Dr Ishmael Yamson Chairs Mahama’s National Economic Dialogue

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Dr Ishmael Yamson to lead the National Economic Dialogue, a platform for dialogue and consultation on the country’s pressing development challenges.

This forms part of the President’s 120-day Social Contract with Ghanaians.

Dr Yamson will chair the seven-member committee of Dr K.Y. Amoako, Professor John Gatsi, Mohammed Samara, Nelly Mireku, Anthony Sarpong and Ernest De-Graft Egyir.

The Committee is charged with submitting its report in four weeks.

“In fulfilment of his promise to convene a National Economic Dialogue as part of his 120-day Social Contract with Ghanaians, President John Dramani Mahama has set up a seven-member National Economic Dialogue Planning Committee chaired by Dr Ishmael Yamson,” it was announced in a press statement on Sunday.

According to the Jubilee House, the Dialogue will discuss policy trade-offs and build consensus on reforms needed to transform Ghana into a high-growth, inclusive, and resilient economy.

Among the objectives for the Dialogue include Communicating the true state of Ghana’s economy to stakeholders and the people of Ghanaa; Developing a homegrown fiscal consolidation programme to guide the national budget and; Highlighting key structural reforms and policy priorities essential for resetting the economy.

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The Presidency also indicated that it should develop a comprehensive agenda aligned with the objectives of the NED; identify and invite experts in economics, energy, and agriculture to participate as speakers and panellists; and select venue, transportation, and other logistical needs.

Additionally, it is charged with organizing and facilitating panel discussions, workshops, and breakout sessions; identifying and inviting moderators and rapporteurs; recording the proceedings and preparing a detailed report, including policy recommendations.

Source: opemsuo.com/Hajara Fuseini