Ghana to honour out-going Chinese Ambassador

Accra, Aug. 13, GNA - The Government is to honour Mr Lu Yongshou, Out-going Chinese Ambassador, for his tremendous effort that has made China to increase its development assistance to Ghana and promoted good relationship between the two countries.

President John Agyekum Kufuor, who announced this when Mr Lu paid a farewell call on him at the Castle, Osu on Wednesday, said China supported the construction of various infrastructure for the health, cultural, communications and the social sectors of the economy during the period of Mr Lu, who is leaving after 44 months duty tour. He said details of the citation and the conferment would be worked out before Mr Lu leaves Accra next Wednesday.

President Kufuor said government looked for more investments and co-operation based on mutual trust.

He urged Mr Lu to continue to advocate for positive growth in the relationship between both countries.

Mr Lu said it was the policy of his country to strengthen its relations with Ghana because it enjoys peace and stability. "We feel safe when we live in Ghana. Your government is doing well, it is on the right track and we are happy to observe that. I am leaving but the friendship remains as we desire for friendship and co-operation between us", he said. 13 Aug. 03