Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has arrived in China to participate in the Global South Academic Forum, scheduled to take place in Shanghai on October 17, 2026.
The forum, themed “Global South Political Parties: Governance and Modernization,” will bring together scholars, policymakers and media professionals from Africa, Asia and Latin America to discuss governance, economic transformation and the role of developing countries in global affairs.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang is expected to address the gathering on October 16, ahead of the main forum. Her participation will provide an opportunity to highlight Ghana’s development priorities and contribute to discussions on institutional modernization, international cooperation and economic growth.
The Global South Academic Forum is an international academic platform initiated by the International Communication Research Institute of East China Normal University. It promotes knowledge-sharing and dialogue on issues affecting developing economies, including digital sovereignty, sustainable development and global governance.
Ghana has previously engaged with the platform through academic exchanges. In January 2026, the forum facilitated discussions with a high-level Ghanaian delegation on China’s development experience and Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy initiative.
The Vice President’s visit comes amid growing interest in strengthening cooperation among developing countries. Her participation is expected to create opportunities for Ghana to exchange ideas with international stakeholders on governance, development strategies and partnerships that can support economic transformation.
The forum will also explore how countries in the Global South can strengthen their institutions, accelerate development and increase their influence in shaping the global agenda.
