The Sichuan-Chongqing Ghana Chamber of Commerce was officially inaugurated on Wednesday, 19th November 2025, in a grand ceremony held at the Tang Palace Hotel. The event attracted high-profile diplomats, business leaders, and representatives from major Chinese, Ghanaian, and West African institutions. The evening unfolded in a vibrant atmosphere marked by cultural exchange, economic dialogue, and strengthened bilateral cooperation.
The ceremony commenced with a welcome address from Mr. Tang Hong, Honorary Development Advisor, who expressed gratitude to guests and underscored the Chamber’s mission to deepen commercial ties between Ghana and the Sichuan–Chongqing region of China. He described the Chamber as a timely platform designed to advance investment, trade, and collaboration.
Delivering the keynote address, His Excellency Tong Defa, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Ghana, highlighted the strong and evolving partnership between both nations. He stated, “Our cooperation is built on mutual respect, shared development goals, and a firm commitment to advancing the well-being of our people. China remains dedicated to supporting Ghana’s industrial growth, infrastructure expansion, and digital transformation.” He encouraged companies from Sichuan and Chongqing to explore Ghana’s expanding economic opportunities.
A major highlight of the evening was the address by Hon. Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, Deputy Chief of Staff (Administration), serving as Guest of Honour. She described the inauguration as a significant milestone in the longstanding Ghana–China relationship. Citing President John Dramani Mahama’s recent state visit to China, she emphasized renewed commitments to green energy, infrastructure development, industrialization, and technological innovation.
A key moment of the evening was the address by the President of the Chamber, Madam Sihong Jiang, reiterating the organization’s dedication to serving its members and strengthening bilateral cooperation. She remarked, “Guided by the Chamber’s mission, we will strengthen services to build a true ‘home for members.’ We will integrate resources to create meaningful platforms for cooperation, uphold our social responsibilities to establish a positive and trustworthy image, and promote our shared culture to nurture a warm harbor for our community.”
The evening was further enlivened by cultural and musical performances featuring Vice President Liu Xianbo, the Panda Street Dance troupe, HCOWA staff, Essence Clinic, and Daijaweikang Lin Qi—highlighting a fusion of Chinese and Ghanaian artistic expression. The program also included a 30-winner grand lucky draw hosted by Mr. Li Jun, Executive Vice President, followed by presentations of citations honoring distinguished Advisors and the Chamber’s President.
Additional prize draws heightened the excitement, culminating in a final giveaway of 100 health gift blind boxes, a human-sized panda teddy bear, and a complimentary flight ticket. The ceremony concluded with a group photograph coupled with dancing, marking the end of an evening many described as both historic and memorable.
The establishment of the Sichuan-Chongqing Ghana Chamber of Commerce is set to serve as a strategic platform for trade cooperation, investment promotion, technology transfer, and cultural integration further strengthening the growing Ghana–China partnership.
