The Ghana-Nebraska Agribusiness Growth and Trade Relations Chamber (GNEBCham) reached a key milestone in fostering international collaboration during an exclusive business networking dinner on Grande Island, Nebraska.
The exclusive networking dinner, hosted by the First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO), brought together esteemed figures from the agricultural and business sectors of both Ghana and Nebraska, strengthen agribusiness ties.
Governor Jim Pillen of Nebraska, known for his dedication to advancing the state’s agricultural sector, extended a warm welcome to the Ghanaian delegation. Under his leadership, Nebraska has made significant progresses in agricultural innovation and sustainability.
In his remarks, Governor Pillen praised Nebraska’s leadership in agriculture and expressed enthusiasm for fostering new collaborative relationships, stating “Nebraska’s rich agricultural heritage is built on collaboration and innovation.
As a gesture of kindness, Governor Pillen presented his personal coin to Honourable Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ghana.
This symbolic act underlined Nebraska’s commitment to strengthening ties and supporting Ghana’s agribusiness initiatives.
Honourable Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, shared his appreciation to Governor Jim Pillen, for his warm reception and willingness to collaborate.
He emphasized the Chamber’s role in facilitating significant business partnerships, noting, “The Ghana-Nebraska Agribusiness Trade and Investment Chamber represents a major step toward fostering meaningful business relations between our two regions. We are dedicated to working together to create sustainable growth and mutual benefits.”
Mr. Cecil Sunkwa-Mills, the Vice Chairman of the Ghana Nebraska Agribusiness Growth and Trade Relations Chamber (GNEBCham), expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the attendees for their committed support and enthusiasm, highlighting the collaborative efforts needed to achieve this goal, by bridging the gap between these two regions and improving market access.