The Tang Palace Hotel in Accra hosted a vibrant inaugural dinner on the evening of August 24th, 2024, to welcome an esteemed assembly of guests, medical doctors, practitioners, and exhibitors for the much-anticipated 2024 HCOWA West Africa Medical Industry Investment Summit and Expo.
The event, which symbolized the enduring collaboration between the Ghanaian and Chinese communities, featured a rich tapestry of cultural performances.
Guests were treated to traditional Ghanaian dances, including the energetic kete and bata dances, showcasing the vibrant heritage and warmth of Ghanaian culture.
Apostle Kingsley Addai from the Pentecost International Worship Centre, who also serves as the Chaplain of the Health Community of West Africa, set the tone for the evening with a heartfelt opening prayer, invoking blessings for the successful conduct of the summit and expo.
Madam Anna Jiang, Chief Executive Officer of the Health Community of West Africa, delivered a warm welcome to the dignitaries from China. She expressed her optimism about the summit, highlighting its potential to foster significant and enduring partnerships between China and Africa in the healthcare sector.
Mr. Tang Hong, Chairman of the Ghana Association of Chinese Societies and Chief Executive Officer of Tang Palace Hotel, shared his excitement about the gathering.
He lauded the collaborative spirit of the event and emphasized the transformative impact it could have on the healthcare landscape of the West African sub-region.
The evening was filled with joy and anticipation, as guests, many of whom were visiting Ghana for the first time, expressed their enthusiasm for the upcoming three-day event.
They were keenly aware of the opportunity to contribute to meaningful advancements in healthcare and were eager to make the most of their participation.
The inaugural dinner set a celebratory and hopeful tone for the 2024 HCOWA West Africa Medical Industry Investment Summit and Expo, underscoring the spirit of cooperation and mutual advancement between the two regions.