Mukesh Thakwani is the Chief Executive Officer of B5 Plus Group

Ghana’s ambition to become a regional manufacturing and investment hub has received a significant boost as the Chief Executive Officer of B5 Plus Group, Mukesh Thakwani, proposed a new Ghana–India business partnership following the country’s successful industrial engagements with China.

Speaking at a prestigious corporate dinner that closed the Ghana–China Business Summit, Thakwani lauded President John Dramani Mahama and the Office of the Chief of Staff for their leadership in reviving Ghana’s industrial ties with China, describing the initiative as a "groundbreaking" step that has reenergised the nation’s economic prospects.

“The past week has been one of profound exchange of ideas, commitments, and renewed belief in Ghana’s economic promise. It has sent a strong signal to the world: Ghana is open for serious business,” Thakwani said.

He further proposed the organisation of a Ghana–India Investment Forum in September 2025, pledging to personally mobilise key Indian investors to support President Mahama’s broader industrialisation agenda.

“Let us strike while the iron is hot, while interest is high and the vision is fresh,” he urged, emphasising the urgency and momentum generated by recent partnerships.

“We are ready to invest. We are ready to partner. And we are ready to work hand-in-hand to make Ghana the industrial heartbeat of Africa,” he assured.

Thakwani also offered reassurance to Ghanaian youth, noting that India’s industrial community is eager to contribute to the country’s economic transformation.

“India believes in Ghana’s potential, in your talent, and in the limitless opportunities ahead. We are ready to invest. We are ready to partner. And we are ready to work hand-in-hand to make Ghana the industrial heartbeat of Africa,” he reiterated.

The proposal comes at a time when Ghana is aggressively pursuing a global investment strategy, positioning itself as a key destination for international investors seeking access to the African market.

Stakeholders who attended the event hailed Thakwani’s remarks as a strong endorsement of Ghana's readiness to scale up its industrial growth through diversified international partnerships.

The proposed Ghana–India Investment Forum is expected to further strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations while creating new pathways for trade, technology transfer, and job creation.

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