The United States Embassy in Ghana is stepping up its media outreach efforts, seeking stronger ties with the country’s private press and offering clarity on evolving U.S. policies, particularly in the areas of diplomacy, trade, and visa regulations. During a working visit to the National Secretariat of the Private Newspapers and Online News Publishers Association of Ghana (PRINPAG), on Thursday, August 7, 2025, U.S. Embassy Press Attaché, Matthew Asada met with the association’s national executives to discuss opportunities for collaboration and to address concerns about recent policy shifts. Asada emphasized the Embassy’s commitment to open, transparent communication with Ghana’s diverse media landscape — from state-owned to privately-run outlets. He noted a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy priorities, moving from traditional aid-focused engagements toward trade and commercial diplomacy, which will also shape future media training and support programs. A major point of th...