08 January 2010
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The US Chamber of Commerce's Africa Business Initiative will embark on a five-day trade mission to encourage, promote, and facilitate trade and investment between the United States and the African continent. The mission is also meant to demonstrate the ongoing commitment of the American business community in supporting Africa's economic growth.

"American businesses understand that export-led growth is the surest way to create jobs here at home while also stimulating the African economy," said Scott Eisner, executive director for Africa Programmes at the US Chamber. "African nations are among the most important trading partners for US companies and the Chamber stands ready to assist American business interests in entering these markets."

The trade mission includes stops in Accra, Ghana, where on January 6-10 the Chamber will sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Ghana Investment Promotion Center. This agreement represents a commitment by both business groups to encourage trade between the United States and Ghana. "With nearly one billion people, Africa is a continent we can no longer overlook. The business community is looking for new and innovative investment strategies in the region," Mr Eisner said.

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