China urges Nationals in Ghana to respect Local laws and boost bilateral trust
3rd February 2026
Tang Hong, President of the China Chamber of Commerce in Ghana
The President of the China Chamber of Commerce in Ghana, Tang Hong, has called on Chinese nationals and companies operating in the country to strictly adhere to Ghanaian laws and conduct themselves in ways that promote trust and strengthen relations between the two nations.
In a statement issued in Accra on Friday and copied to The Ghanaian Times, Tang reminded Chinese citizens living in or visiting Ghana that their behaviour reflects on China as a whole. He stressed that they serve as informal ambassadors and must therefore act with integrity, respect Ghanaian customs, and avoid actions that could tarnish China’s image.
He emphasised that Ghana’s laws apply equally to everyone, warning that involvement in illegal activities, fraud, hate speech, or other unethical conduct would attract the full force of the law. According to him, offenders should not expect special protection or intervention from Chinese authorities.
Tang noted that responsible and lawful conduct is vital to maintaining goodwill between Ghana and China, adding that the Chinese Embassy in Ghana remains committed to promoting lawful behaviour, peaceful integration, and stronger people-to-people ties.
He welcomed recent comments by the Minister of Trade and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, indicating Ghana’s readiness to sign a zero-tariff agreement with China. Tang said such a move would help lower trade barriers and improve access for Ghanaian products to the Chinese market.
He also referenced President John Dramani Mahama’s renewed appeal for Chinese businesses to invest in Ghana, citing the country’s peace, political stability, and investor-friendly climate.
According to Tang, deeper cooperation between Ghana and China would create employment opportunities, enhance skills transfer, and expand the use of technology. He urged both countries to work closely to inject fresh momentum into Ghana’s development through strong, transparent, and mutually beneficial partnerships.