Ato Forson assures Ghana's economy will not return to 'emergency room' under Mahama gov't
Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister, assured Parliament on Thursday, July 24, while presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, that Ghana's economy will not return to the economic difficulties experienced in previous years. He stated, "And I give this House my firm assurance: this economy will never return to the emergency room under our watch."
Dr. Ato Forson emphasized that the government's economic management approach focuses on responsible spending, fiscal discipline, and policies aimed at restoring stability and sustaining growth. He also clarified that the gains made in the economy were not achievements of the government alone, but belonged to the people of Ghana. The administration remains committed to maintaining macroeconomic stability and building an economy capable of delivering sustainable opportunities for Ghanaians, prioritizing policies that protect livelihoods, strengthen public institutions, and ensure efficient resource deployment for national development.
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