Bilateral trade between Ghana and India has surged to nearly US$5 billion, surpassing expectations for the initial stage of a five-year economic roadmap, according to H.E. Manish Gupta, India’s High Commissioner to Ghana.

Speaking at a ceremony to commemorate India’s 77th Republic Day at India House in Accra on January 27, 2026, High Commissioner Gupta described Ghana as a strategic gateway for Indian industry and a trusted partner in a shared pursuit of prosperity.

“Ghana has long been a true gateway for Indian industry and a trusted partner in our shared quest for prosperity. India now stands as one of Ghana’s foremost trading and investment partners, with Indian enterprises contributing over US$2 billion in capital across more than 900 vital projects,” he said.

Mr Gupta noted that the renewed economic engagement is already yielding results.

“We set an ambitious goal to double our bilateral trade to USD 6 billion within five years. I am proud to share that we are ahead of schedule; our trade has surged to nearly USD 5 billion in the current fiscal year alone,” he added.

The Republic Day celebration showcased a colourful display of Ghana–India cultural exchange, democratic values, and the deepening partnership between the two countries. The event was attended by over 350 guests, including government officials, members of Parliament, diplomats, traditional authorities, business leaders, civil society representatives, the media, and members of the Indian community. The event was hosted by H.E. Manish Gupta and his wife, Mrs Nimeesha Gupta.

Key dignitaries included the Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, who served as Chief Guest; the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Dzifa Gomashie; the Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr Rashid Pelpuo; and the Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, alongside other senior officials.

Speaking on behalf of the Ghanaian government, Samuel Nartey George traced the origins of Ghana–India relations to the early years of independence, highlighting the solidarity between India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Ghana’s first President, Kwame Nkrumah.

“The state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Ghana in July 2025 elevated our ties to a comprehensive partnership, our first in this region,” he said, quoting the Indian leader’s remark that “India is not just a partner, but a co-traveller in Ghana’s development journey.”

High Commissioner Gupta also highlighted India’s long-term development agenda, Viksit Bharat 2047, which aims to make the country fully developed by the centenary of its independence. He noted that this vision aligns with advancing the broader development of the Global South.

“Our partnership is no longer just historical; it is economic and strategic. Today, we celebrate not only our own achievements but also Ghana’s progress as we work together to build a more equitable and prosperous world. We stand united in the pursuit of a better tomorrow,” the High Commissioner said, raising a toast to the enduring friendship between India and Ghana.