2025 Budget: Government committed to 24-Hour Economy policy – Ato Forson

The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has reassured Ghanaians that the much touted 24-Hour economic policy by the government will be formally presented to Parliament.

He made this declaration while presenting the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 in Parliament.

The policy, geared at enhancing economic opportunities and inclusivity in employment, was one of the major campaign promises of the ruling NDC government during the 2024 Election.

“The Mahama-led NDC government is committed to the pursuit of the 24-Hour Economy policy,” he said.

He reiterated the government’s commitment to implementing the 24-Hour economy, stressing that the policy has huge potentials to create job opportunities and propel sustainable economic growth.

The concept, which has dominated recent political discourse, seeks to boost economic productivity by encouraging businesses and industries to operate around the clock.

Forson who described the policy as a catalyst for industrial expansion and investment, appealed to Parliament to support the initiative when it is laid before the House.

He stressed that the success of the policy hinges on a strong collaboration between the public and private sectors.

Full details of the 24-Hour policy is expected to be outlined in a comprehensive framework before it is submitted to Parliament for further deliberation.

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