The launch ceremony brought together business leaders, representatives of the Togolese authorities—including the Minister of Mines and Energy Resources, Robert Koffi Messan Eklo—as well as key players from the American private sector.
The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, Richard C. Michaels, quoted by Ecofin Agency, welcomed “a new chapter in trade relations between the United States and Togo,” stating that the new chamber would serve as “an essential platform for dialogue, opportunities, and shared prosperity.”
Led by the private sector, AmCham Togo aims to act as a bridge between businesses and public decision-makers. It is part of the global network of American Chambers of Commerce and seeks to promote economic freedom, ethical business practices, innovation, and inclusive growth. According to its leadership, the organization’s goal is to help create a more transparent, competitive, and investment-friendly business environment focused on responsible investment.