Accra, June 14, GNA - Vice President John Dramani Mahama on Monday hinted that government would work closely with the Scandinavian countries in order to achieve the country's social democratic objectives.
"The Scandinavians have been noted for their focus on the development of the lives of their people and as a social Democratic government we shall work with them to allow our people to benefit directly."
Vice President Mahama gave this hint when Mr Per Lingarde, Swedish Ambassador to Ghana and Nigeria paid a courtesy call on him at the Osu Castle, to announce Swedish investment plan in Ghana.
He said Ghana was recovering from its economic slump over the years and would therefore expand its economic relations with countries prepared to invest in the country.
The Vice President said Ghana had become a model in Africa because of her political stability and called on potential investors to take advantage of the status quo to invest and yield good returns.
"Already, we are dealing with Norway in the oil industry and hope to enjoy massive support from Sweden and other countries in that region."
Mr Lingarde said although Swedish companies are in Ghana, more corporate entities are expected in the country by December this year to undertake investments in all sectors of the Ghanaian economy.
The Ambassador who is based in Abuja, Nigeria said his visit to Ghana was to hold discussions with the Minister of Trade and Industry to find out the areas of
co-operation.
He called on the government to help identify areas of development and co-operation.
"Sweden is so happy with the political stability in Ghana and peaceful transition and investment in such a country will definitely yield meaningful dividends for both countries," he concluded.
GNA