By Laudia Sawer
Tema, Nov. 11, GNA -Mr Samson Asaki Awingobit, the Executive Secretary of the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG), has underscored the vast potential of Ghana’s rice industry.
Mr Awingobit, who was a key speaker at the just-ended 2025 World Rice Conference, which took place in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) he encouraged investors and international stakeholders to explore opportunities within the local market.
He emphasised the need for mutually beneficial partnerships that would empower Ghanaian rice producers, increase export capacity, and enhance competitiveness on the global stage.
He stressed that Ghana offers enormous opportunities for rice growers and investors; therefore, building strong partnerships could create a win-win system that uplifts the local farmers and meets international demand.
According to him, his participation at the rice conference forms part of the IEAG’s broader agenda to position Ghana as a key player in the global rice value chain
He indicated that, under his leadership, the association continues to advocate for policies and trade reforms that support local producers and ensure fair market access for Ghanaian exporters.
Mr. Awingobit further noted that the IEAG has also been instrumental in promoting trade facilitation, capacity building, and collaboration among government agencies, importers, and exporters, aimed at strengthening Ghana’s agricultural export base.
The World Rice Conference, organised annually by The Rice Trader with support from the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), serves as a global platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas, share innovations, and shape the future of the rice industry.
This year’s three-day summit, held on the theme “Harvesting the Future: Uniting Science, Trade and Innovation”, attracted government officials, rice traders, importers, exporters, and industry experts from across the globe, with the aim to strengthen collaboration between scientific research, innovation, and international trade to boost the global rice industry.
GNA