To this end, it has indicated its readiness to establish a renewable energy plant with the capacity of 2,000 megawatts in the country.

The Honorary Consul of In­donesia to Ghana, Mr Paskal A. B. Rois, disclosed this when he paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Energy at his office in Accra yesterday.

The visit formed part of measures to deepen bilateral relations and fostering strategic energy cooperation between the two nations.

Speaking at a diplomatic meet­ing yesterday in Accra, he empha­sised Indonesia’s commitment to strengthening the historical bond between Ghana, particularly through cooperation in the energy sector.

According to him, the potential establishment of renewable energy plants with a capacity ranging between 500 to 2,000 megawatts (MW) which is yet to be construct­ed is intended to support and serve as a backup to Ghana’s main energy grid.

Mr Rois further stated that Indonesia’s innovative water-based renewable energy technology al­lows for continuous reuse of water to generate electricity efficiently over long periods.

Also, Indonesia expressed interest in supplying solar power plants and affordable solar street lighting systems to Ghana, particu­larly in underserved communities.

“These efforts aim to improve energy accessibility and reduce dependency on traditional energy sources,” he added.

Furthermore, Mr Rois dis­closed Indonesia’s plans to estab­lish a state-of-the-art oil refinery in Ghana.

He revealed that the country’s interest in acquiring oil explora­tion blocks in Ghana’s upstream petroleum sector, a move that could significantly boost local oil production and investment.

In the area of human resource development, Mr Rois presented the KNB Scholarship programme and other training initiatives that would build the capacity of pro­fessionals within Ghana’s energy sector and beyond.

The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Mr John Abdulai Jinapor, expressed appreciation to the Indonesian government for its longstanding friendship and renewed interest in Ghana’s development.

He emphasised Ghana’s readiness to explore partnerships in renewable energy, oil and gas development, capacity building, and energy innovation.

Also present at the meeting were Mr Solomon Adjetey, Chief Director, Mr Isaac Nyarko Biney, Director of PPBME and Ms Vanessa Gifty Howusu, Secretary to the Honorary Consul.

This engagement marks a new chapter in Indonesia-Ghana rela­tions, with prospects for shared growth and sustainable energy transformation.