The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Dr Mary Awusi, has received a high-level delegation from Riphah International University as part of efforts to deepen investment and academic collaboration between Ghana and Pakistan.

The delegation, led by the Chancellor of the university, Mr Hassan Muhammad Khan, paid a working visit to the Authority’s Head Office in Accra to explore potential partnership and investment opportunities in Ghana.

During the meeting, Dr Awusi outlined the objectives and regulatory framework of Ghana’s Free Zones Scheme, highlighting the range of incentives available to investors.

She underscored the strategic advantages of operating under the scheme, including tax exemptions and access to international markets, which position Ghana as an attractive hub for export-oriented enterprises across various sectors.

The visiting delegation expressed particular interest in agribusiness, as well as medical and educational partnerships. Discussions focused on initiatives aimed at promoting capacity building, research collaboration and student exchange programmes.

Both parties agreed to sustain engagements to advance academic cooperation and investment initiatives that would further strengthen bilateral relations between Ghana and Pakistan.

Also present at the meeting were the Authority’s Director of Corporate Affairs, PR and Aftercare, Dr Patience Agbleze Acorlor, and Director of Human Resources, Mrs Evelyn Oye Asante.