Accra: More than 150 international businesses with an array of innovations and projects are expected to converge in Accra in July for the Ghana Investment Trade Week, providing opportunities for networking and forging potential collaborations with local companies. According to Ghana News Agency, this event, being organised by MIE GROUP and the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry, will bring together businesses from key markets from Asia, the Middle East, and Europe to explore Foreign Direct Investment opportunities in Ghana. It is being held on the theme: 'Fostering Partnerships for Sustainable Growth: Bridging Trade and Real Estate Investments Across Continents.' Speaking at the launch of the Ghana Investment Trade Week and America Property Exhibition 2025, Mr. Emmanuel Tetteh Martey, Chairman of the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry, highlighted the significance of trade and real estate investments as vital components for economic growth. He emphasized that bridging opportunities within Ghana, Afr ica, and the Americas would create a dynamic platform for mutual prosperity. Mr. Martey stated that Ghana, with its stable economic climate, fledgling democracy, strategic location, and commitment to business-friendly policies, continues to be the gateway and preferred destination for investments in Africa. He noted that the real estate and infrastructure sectors of the economy present immense opportunities for growth, innovation, and sustainable development. By forging strategic partnerships between local and international investors, developers, and policymakers, new avenues for wealth creation, job opportunities, and urban transformation can be unlocked, aligning with Ghana's national development agenda and global efforts for climate-resilient and technological infrastructure. Mr. Martey emphasized that the Ghana Trade Week initiative is not just an exhibition but a movement toward deepening trade relations, facilitating knowledge exchange, and strengthening the investment ecosystem. He urged governments , businesses, and stakeholders to collaborate in creating resilient, forward-thinking solutions that will define the future of economies. Mr. Frank Lartey, Group Chairman of Core Construction Group of Companies, who officially launched the week, underscored that investment is critical for the growth of the real estate sector. He noted that significant investments are needed to meet the demands of different societal segments, with promising returns. Mr. Emmanuel Cherry, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry, highlighted that the Trade Week would provide an interface for industry players to market their activities on a common platform. He stressed the importance of balancing imports and exports to enhance local and international trade. Meanwhile, the America Property Exhibition, which will take place in Miami, has been launched. It will bring together real estate professionals, investors, and developers from around the world.