Group 1 - The national poverty rate in Ghana has increased from 39% in 2017 to 40% [1] - Many households in Ghana are struggling due to severe inflation, with prices of food, transportation, and other essentials skyrocketing [1] - In 2023, many families find it difficult to meet basic living needs even with a daily income of $3 [1] Group 2 - A broader poverty standard indicates that 57.2% of the population will still be in poverty in 2024, defined as living on less than $4.20 a day [1] - Ghana's economic challenges are not only about growth but also structural issues, with an over-reliance on capital-intensive industrial models [1] - From 2012 to 2023, the working-age population increased by 2.7 million, but net job creation was only 250,000 [1] Group 3 - Most jobs created in the past decade have been in low-productivity sectors, with limited growth in manufacturing and high-value services [1] - The gap in the labor market poses a threat to Ghana's development prospects and its ability to benefit from the demographic dividend [1]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes that poverty and underdevelopment are significant root causes of conflict, necessitating comprehensive solutions from a development perspective [1] - The international community is urged to prioritize development issues on the global agenda, focusing resources on poverty alleviation, education, employment, and capacity building to ensure no country or individual is left behind [1] - Developed countries are called upon to fulfill their official development assistance commitments and increase financial and technical support to developing nations [1] Group 2 - China positions itself as a builder of world peace, contributor to global development, and maintainer of international order, advocating for a comprehensive and sustainable security perspective [2] - The country actively participates in global development initiatives, promoting the Belt and Road Initiative to foster high-quality development among nations [2] - China is committed to high-level openness, offering zero-tariff treatment to all diplomatic African countries and least developed countries, showcasing its unique modernization path as a model for other developing nations [2]