By Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo
Tema, Oct. 09, GNA – Mr Samson Asaki Awingobit, the Executive Secretary of the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG), has received a Certificate of Appreciation at the 2026 International World Rice Conference for his contributions to the global rice industry.
The recognition was presented by the conference organisers, The Rice Trader and the International Commodity Institute, during the three-day conference held between October 07 and 09 at the Dusit Thani Manila in the Philippines.
A statement issued by the Communications and Media Relations Department of the IEAG, stated that Mr Awingobit was recognised for his active participation, knowledge-sharing and contributions to discussions on issues affecting the global rice trade.
It said his participation provided an opportunity to highlight Ghana’s rice import and trade interests and strengthen engagement between Ghanaian businesses and international stakeholders across the rice value chain.
The conference brought together stakeholders from across the global rice industry to exchange market intelligence, explore trade opportunities and discuss developments shaping rice production and commerce.
It added that Mr Awingobit’s participation in the conference marked the third time he had attended the international gathering, having previously participated in the 2024 edition in Manila, the Philippines, and the 2025 conference in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
IEAG said his previous engagements had helped connect Ghanaian rice importers with farmers, producers and trading partners in the Philippines and Cambodia, creating opportunities for commercial relationships and access to new markets.
The association said such engagements were important for strengthening Ghana’s rice supply chain, improving access to international suppliers and establishing mutually beneficial partnerships to advance the country’s trade interests.
It expressed confidence that Mr Awingobit’s continued participation in the conference would deepen international trade relationships, expand business opportunities and improve access to market information for Ghanaian importers and exporters.
The Association reaffirmed its commitment to strategic international engagements to promote trade facilitation, enhance private-sector competitiveness and strengthen Ghana’s position in global trade.
GNA
Edited by Christabel Addo