President Mahama Unveils 7-Member Team to Plan National Economic Dialogue

In fulfilment of his promise to convene a National Economic Dialogue as part of his 120day Social Contract with Ghanaians, President John Dramani Mahama has set up a seven-member National Economic Dialogue Planning Committee chaired by Dr Ishmael Yamson.

The members are Dr K.Y. Amoako, Professor John Gatsi, Mohammed Samara, Nelly Mireku, Anthony Sarpong and Ernest De-Graft Egyir.

According to the statement signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu Ag spokesperson to the President disclosed, the National Economic Dialogue (NED) will offer a platform for dialogue and consultation on the country’s pressing development challenges. It will also discuss policy trade-offs and build consensus on reforms needed to transform Ghana into a high-growth, inclusive, and resilient economy.

Government envisions the National Economic Dialogue to achieve the following objectives:
§ Communicate the true state of Ghana’s economy to stakeholders and the people of Ghana,
§ Develop a homegrown fiscal consolidation programme to guide the national budget and
§ Highlight key structural reforms and policy priorities essential for resetting the economy.

The NED Planning Committee has four weeks to submit a report outlining the following tasks:
§ Agenda Setting: Develop a comprehensive agenda aligned with the objectives of the NED.
§ Speaker and Panellist Coordination: Identify and invite experts in economics, energy, and agriculture to participate as speakers and panellists.
§ Logistics Management: Venue selection, transportation, and other logistical needs.
§ Session Facilitation: Organize and facilitate panel discussions, workshops, and breakout sessions. Identify and invite moderators and rapporteurs.
§ Documentation and Reporting: Record the proceedings and prepare a detailed report, including policy recommendations.
§ Communications Plan: Design and implement a communication strategy to promote and disseminate information about the dialogue.