Mrs Juliana Azumah-Mensah, Minister of Tourism, on Tuesday said the growth of the hospitality industry was imperative in increasing the country's foreign exchange earnings and thereby enhancing development.
At a meeting with the Project Manager of Ambassador Hotel, Mr Clovis Abi Nade; Mrs Azumah expressed happiness for the hotel's "come-back".
"Ambassador Hotel reminds me of fond memories in the 60s and 70s where highlife music was the order of the day," the Minister said.
She urged the project implementation team to employ more local people during and after its completion to offer jobs to them.
Mr Nade assured the Ministry of timely completion of the project to serve the needs of expatriates and tourists at large.
The Ambassador Hotel, which would be a five star deluxe establishment when completed, would have 260 rooms, gym, shops and playgrounds among other facilities.