Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has emphasized the need for exchange rate stability and fiscal discipline as critical steps toward revitalizing Ghana’s economy, calling for urgent and pragmatic measures to address the nation’s economic challenges.
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson also called on his staff to provide their collective support in steering Ghana towards economic stability.
He made the appeal during an inaugural meeting with the top management of the Ministry of Finance on Thursday, January 23, 2024, following his approval by Parliament and swearing-in by President John Dramani Mahama.Ghanaian-themed art
Dr. Ato Forson was accompanied by Fifi Kwetey, a former Deputy Minister of Finance, to the meeting.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the role, the Minister described his return to the Ministry as a great privilege and an opportunity to serve the people of Ghana.
“We are here to work together to better the lot of the people of Ghana; indeed we will constantly be mindful of the needs of Ghanaians,” he stated.
Highlighting his priorities, Dr. Ato Forson outlined a clear agenda focused on the betterment of the lives of Ghanaians through job creation, prudent fiscal management, exchange rate stability and reduced inflation.
His commitment to these goals he said, signifies a dedicated approach to addressing the economic challenges facing the nation.