Deputy Minister for Transport, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, has joined the Minister for Transport, the Director-General of the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA), officials of the Ministry of Transport and key industry stakeholders to commemorate this year’s World Maritime Day.
The commemoration was held at the headquarters of the Ghana Maritime Authority at Ridge in the Greater Accra Region and brought together stakeholders from across Ghana’s maritime sector to reflect on the industry’s importance and its contribution to national development.
The event provided an opportunity for stakeholders to highlight the critical role of the maritime sector in Ghana’s economy, particularly its contribution to international trade, transportation, logistics, employment and economic growth.
Addressing the gathering, Madam Affo-Toffey underscored the importance of sustained collaboration among government institutions, regulators, industry players and other stakeholders to strengthen Ghana’s maritime sector.
She noted that building a resilient maritime industry requires a collective commitment to safety, efficiency, innovation and sustainability while ensuring that Ghana continues to harness the full potential of its maritime resources.
The Deputy Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at promoting a safer, stronger and more sustainable maritime sector capable of contributing meaningfully to Ghana’s economic transformation.
She also emphasised the need for stakeholders to work together to improve maritime safety and security, strengthen regulatory frameworks, promote environmental sustainability and create an enabling environment for growth and investment.
The gathering further served as a platform for stakeholders to reflect on emerging challenges and opportunities within the global maritime industry and the need for Ghana to remain responsive to changing trends.
The Ghana Maritime Authority, as the regulatory body responsible for the maritime industry, plays a central role in promoting maritime safety and security, environmental protection and the development of Ghana’s maritime interests.
The World Maritime Day commemoration therefore provided an opportunity for stakeholders to renew their commitment to building a maritime sector that is safe, efficient, sustainable and capable of supporting Ghana’s broader development aspirations.
Madam Affo-Toffey, who is also the Member of Parliament for the Jomoro Constituency in the Western Region, expressed appreciation to the Ghana Maritime Authority, the Ministry of Transport and all stakeholders for their continued efforts and collaboration in advancing the country’s maritime industry.
She reiterated that building a stronger maritime future requires sustained partnerships and a shared sense of responsibility among all actors within the sector.
The commemoration ended with a renewed commitment from stakeholders to work collectively towards creating a safer, stronger and more sustainable maritime future for Ghana.
By 1960news.com
