AGP Executive Report

Presidential Outreach in Adrar: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani kicked off a working visit in Adrar by holding a large public rally in Atar, saying the trip aims to listen to citizens, identify local priorities, and update people on major national issues. Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania signed a comprehensive agreement with CWP Global to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, setting the framework for later phases and targeting large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia output ahead of a final investment decision before 2030. Islamic Affairs & UNDP: The Minister of Islamic Affairs met UNDP’s Mauritania representative to discuss cooperation areas and how to strengthen coordination. Prime Minister Meets India: The Prime Minister received India’s ambassador to discuss ways to deepen bilateral ties. China Medical Mission in Nouakchott: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship, Auspicious Ark, continued its Mauritania visit with medical care for locals and the first baby delivered onboard. Regional Security Cooperation: Libya hosted joint maritime exercises under the 5+5 Defence Initiative with Algeria, France and Italy, with Mauritania included in the broader framework. EU Energy Cooperation: Mauritania’s energy minister met the EU delegation head in Nouakchott to focus on renewable energy cooperation. Western Sahara Diplomacy: A new debate over Western Sahara language highlights how “autonomy” and independence are being framed differently in negotiations. US Deportation Lists: The US DHS published names and photos of 125 Africans facing deportation, including Mauritania.

Mauritania–Energy Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed a comprehensive agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, setting the contractual and financial framework for next phases; the project targets about 1.2 million tons of green hydrogen and 6.6 million tons of green ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Diplomacy & Religious Affairs: The UNDP’s Mauritania representative met the Minister of Islamic Affairs and Original Education to discuss cooperation priorities. Bilateral Talks: Mauritania’s Prime Minister received India’s ambassador to discuss ways to deepen ties. Regional Security: Libya hosted joint maritime security exercises with Algeria, France and Italy under the 5+5 Defence Initiative, which includes Mauritania, aimed at improving naval readiness and coordination. EU Cooperation: Mauritania’s Energy and Petroleum minister met the EU delegation head in Nouakchott, focusing on renewable energy cooperation. Foreign Policy Statement: Mauritania condemned the Taif attack in Saudi Arabia and reiterated solidarity with the Kingdom. Humanitarian/Health: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship visited Nouakchott for a medical mission, treating more than 200 locals in Nouakchott. Trade Friction: Moroccan freight operators reported renewed delays at the Rosso border crossing with Mauritania and Senegal, alleging preferential treatment for local trucks and renewed targeting of Moroccan drivers.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed a framework agreement for the Aman green hydrogen project, setting the contractual and financial basis for later phases; the project targets about 1.2m tons of green hydrogen and 6.6m tons of green ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Energy & EU Cooperation: Mauritania’s Energy and Petroleum Minister met the EU delegation head in Nouakchott, focusing on renewable-energy collaboration. Health Financing: In Washington, Mauritania’s Economy Minister signed World Bank financing agreements totaling $67.3m for the Enaya Expanded health system support project, aimed at reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health services. Religious Diplomacy: The Minister of Islamic Affairs met UNDP’s Mauritania representative to strengthen joint cooperation, while Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye met Sheikh Abdullah bin Bayyah in Nouakchott on peace, coexistence, and countering extremism. Regional Security: Libya hosted joint maritime security exercises with Algeria, France and Italy under the 5+5 Defence Initiative, a framework that includes Mauritania. Foreign Policy Response: Mauritania condemned the Taif attack in Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed solidarity with the Kingdom. Human Rights & Social Policy: The National Human Rights Commission discussed the Family Building Charter with the employers’ union, highlighting public-private efforts to protect social and economic rights.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed a comprehensive agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, setting the contractual and financing framework for next phases; officials say a final investment decision is expected before 2030, with planned output of about 1.2m tons of green hydrogen and 6.6m tons of green ammonia annually. Diplomatic Meetings: Prime Minister El Moctar Ould Djay received India’s ambassador, Neeraj Agrawal, to discuss ways to deepen bilateral cooperation. Regional Security: Libya hosted joint maritime exercises “SEABORDER 2026” with Algeria, France and Italy under the 5+5 Defence Initiative, a framework that includes Mauritania and targets maritime route protection and illegal migration and smuggling. US Immigration Pressure: The US Department of Homeland Security published names and photos of 125 Africans facing deportation, including 12 Mauritanians, as enforcement intensifies. Middle East Solidarity: Mauritania condemned the Taif attack in Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed full solidarity with the Kingdom. Health Cooperation: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship, Auspicious Ark, began a week-long medical mission in Nouakchott, treating hundreds of locals including referrals for further care.

Mauritania–Senegal Diplomacy: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani met Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye during his Nouakchott stopover, as Nouakchott also hosted the Senegal leader’s earlier talks tied to regional peace efforts. Religious Peacebuilding: Senegal’s President visited Sheikh Abdullah bin Bayyah in Nouakchott, highlighting the UAE-backed African Conference for the Promotion of Peace and the fight against extremism. Health & Humanitarian Support: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship, Auspicious Ark, arrived in Nouakchott for a seven-day mission, running free clinics for locals and referring patients for further care. Security Cooperation in the Region: Mauritania is listed among the 5+5 Defense Initiative members as Libya hosted “SEABORDER 2026,” with Algeria, France and Italy participating to boost maritime coordination. Development Finance: Mauritania signed World Bank financing for the Enaya Expanded health system support project, targeting reproductive and maternal care and emergency response. Human Rights & Social Policy: The National Human Rights Commission discussed the “Family Building Charter” with employers, focusing on protecting citizens’ social and economic rights. Foreign Relations: Mauritania’s foreign ministry condemned the Taif attack in Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed solidarity with Riyadh. Economy & Energy: The EU delegation met Mauritania’s energy minister on renewable energy cooperation, while Mauritania also signed agreements linked to World Bank and other partners.

Morocco–Mauritania Economic Ties: Morocco’s ambassador Hamid Chabar met Mauritania’s employers’ union chief Mohamed Zein El Abidine Ould Cheikh Ahmed in Nouakchott to discuss ways to deepen economic and industrial cooperation, including Mauritania’s “honor guest” role at Casablanca’s SISTEP fair and a push for shared value chains in mining and energy. EU Energy Cooperation: Mauritania’s Energy Minister Mohamed Ould Khaled received the EU delegation head Joaquín Tasso Vilallonga, focusing on renewable energy collaboration. Health Financing Boost: In Washington, Mauritania’s Economy Minister Abdessalam Ould Mohamed Saleh signed World Bank financing for the Enaya Expanded health system support project, worth $67.3m, to expand maternal and child health services and emergency response. Human Rights & Family Policy: The National Human Rights Commission chair Ahmed Salem Ould Bouhbeni met employers’ union leaders to discuss the Family Building Charter aimed at protecting young people’s social and economic rights. Security Diplomacy: Mauritania condemned the Taif attack in Saudi Arabia and reiterated full solidarity with the Kingdom. Regional Peacebuilding: Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye visited Nouakchott to meet UAE fatwa council chair Sheikh Abdullah bin Bayyah, highlighting peace and anti-extremism efforts. China Security Outreach: China’s defense minister Dong Jun urged joint action on shared security challenges after meetings with Mauritania and others at the Xiangshan Forum.

EU-Mauritania Energy Talks: Nouakchott’s Energy Minister Mohamed Ould Khaled met the EU delegation head Joaquín Tasso Vilallonga, focusing on renewable energy cooperation. Saudi Attack Condemnation: Mauritania’s foreign ministry strongly condemned the Taif Governorate attack, expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for measures to protect civilians. Senegal-Mauritania Shuttle Diplomacy: Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye left Nouakchott after talks with President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, underscoring close regional coordination. World Bank Health Financing: Economy Minister Abdessalam Ould Mohamed Saleh signed three World Bank agreements worth $67.3m to expand maternal, newborn and child health services under the Enaya Expanded project. Human Rights & Social Charter: The NHRC chair met employers’ leaders to discuss the Family Building Charter aimed at protecting social and economic rights of citizens. Justice-Palestine Cooperation: Mauritania’s justice minister received the Palestinian Awqaf minister to boost bilateral cooperation. China Defense Forum Link: China’s defense minister Dong Jun urged joint security efforts as the Xiangshan Forum concluded, meeting Mauritania’s defense officials. Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania signed an “Aman” Green Hydrogen agreement with CWP Global to produce green hydrogen and ammonia and spur jobs and new industries. Pastoralism “Nouakchott+10”: A high-level forum on pastoralism opened in Nouakchott, with Mauritania pushing milk self-sufficiency and red meat export goals. Diplomatic Receipts: Foreign affairs meetings with Italy and Spain’s ambassadors highlighted continued bilateral engagement.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania signed an agreement in Nouakchott with CWP Global to launch the “Aman” Green Hydrogen Project, targeting about 1.2m tonnes of green hydrogen and 6.6m tonnes of green ammonia annually, with plans to boost fertiliser, clean fuel, green steel and jobs by 2035. IMF & Reform Talks: The Finance Minister met an IMF delegation led by Natalia Salazar to review economic reforms and the country’s macro outlook. AfDB Engagement: The President and the Economy Minister met AfDB leadership, with AfDB stressing support for Mauritania’s development and ongoing work with the IMF. World Bank Cooperation: The Economy Minister met the World Bank resident representative to discuss cooperation priorities. Vocational Training Financing: Mauritania and the IDB signed a €36m financing deal to improve vocational training and youth employment. Higher Education Push: The UAE announced it will build a new university of scientific disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), with capacity for 1,500 students and engineering and energy-related specialities. Diplomacy & Visits: Foreign Minister meetings with China’s ambassador and other diplomatic engagements continued, while the Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship Auspicious Ark arrived for a medical mission. Public Service Digital ID: The Union of Mauritanian Community Offices praised the “My Identity” application for enabling citizens abroad to access data and documents electronically.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania signed a landmark agreement in Nouakchott with CWP Global to launch the “Aman” green hydrogen project, targeting about 1.2 million tonnes of green hydrogen and 6.6 million tonnes of green ammonia annually, with knock-on plans for fertilizer, clean fuel, green steel and jobs. IMF & Finance: The Finance Minister met an IMF delegation in Nouakchott to review economic reforms and the macro outlook, as Mauritania continues working with the Fund on policy progress. Development Finance: Mauritania and the IDB backed a 36 million euro financing package to boost vocational training and youth employment, while the EU approved €9.5 million in budget support for education and health under SCAPP. Diplomatic Moves: The Foreign Minister received China’s ambassador to review cooperation; the UAE announced it will continue building a new university of scientific disciplines in Nouakchott; and Mauritania protested Iran’s ambassador over alleged diplomatic-norm breaches in Trarza. Regional Security & Humanitarian Pressure: Reports highlight Malian civilians fleeing jihadist violence into Mauritania, with refugees registered near the border, underscoring the Sahel spillover. International Outreach: President Ghazouani met AfDB President Adesina and is set to travel to Guinea for an inauguration, while Mauritania’s AU diplomacy continues through AU retreats and regional urban forums. Public Services & Identity: The Union of Mauritanian community offices praised the “My Identity” app for helping citizens abroad access documents securely online. Energy & Gas Calendar: Africa’s gas and LNG summit heads to Maputo in November, signaling the next phase of investment talks across the continent.

Diplomatic Tensions: Mauritania summoned Iran’s ambassador in Nouakchott after an unannounced visit to a Trarza village, with three people detained afterward, stressing strict diplomatic norms and non-interference. Regional Security: Amnesty International reports that Malians fleeing jihadist violence are increasingly reaching Mauritania, with UNHCR registering 290,000 Malian refugees in Hodh Ech-Chargui by July 2026. International Cooperation: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship, Auspicious Ark, arrived in Nouakchott for a seven-day medical mission, including consultations and training. Governance & Rights: Mauritania’s human rights commissioner took part in a Geneva meeting on human rights education, highlighting the 2024–2028 national strategy and the “Republican School” project. EU Support: The EU approved €9.5m in budget support for Mauritania’s SCAPP, targeting education and health reforms. Local Development: The Nouakchott Region president attended the AU’s African Urban Forum in Addis Ababa, focusing on climate-driven service strain and stronger local financing. Energy & Minerals: Mauritania-US signed a framework deal on critical minerals and rare earth supply chains, while coverage also points to uranium potential from the Tiris project.

Diplomatic Tensions: Mauritania summoned Iran’s ambassador in Nouakchott on Sept. 14 after an unannounced visit to a Trarza village, with three people later detained, with the foreign ministry citing breaches of diplomatic norms and non-interference. Human Rights & Education: In Geneva, Mauritania’s human rights commissioner took part in a UN meeting marking the 15th anniversary of human rights education and training, highlighting the 2024–2028 national strategy and efforts to embed rights values in schools. Regional Security & Displacement: Amnesty International reports that Mali’s jihadist groups, including JNIM/GSIM and ISSP, have driven hundreds of thousands into exile, with UNHCR registering 290,000 Malian refugees in Mauritania’s Hodh Ech-Chargui. International Cooperation: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship arrived in Nouakchott for a seven-day medical mission, while Mauritania’s AU chair, President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani, met AU retreat participants in Nairobi and hosted Mauritanian community representatives in Abidjan. Urban Governance: The Nouakchott region president attended the first African Urban Forum in Addis Ababa, urging stronger local powers and financing as climate pressures strain basic services. Economy & Social Services: The EU approved €9.5m in budget support for Mauritania’s education and health reforms under SCAPP, and the finance minister joined Islamic Development Bank meetings in Riyadh. Energy & Minerals: Mauritania-US signed a framework on critical minerals and rare earth supply chains, and coverage highlights Aura Energy’s Tiris project as a potential uranium pathway.

EU Budget Support: The EU approved €9.5 million in budget support for Mauritania’s SCAPP, aimed at reforms in education and health and improving access and service quality. Diplomatic Protocol Row: Mauritania summoned Iran’s ambassador over a visit to a Trarza village without informing local authorities, detaining three hosts and stressing non-interference. Finance & Development: The Finance Minister joined Islamic Development Bank annual meetings in Riyadh, where governors backed a new concessional financing window for the poorest member states. Culture & UN Partnership: The Culture Minister met UNDP’s resident representative, pushing cooperation in agriculture and youth volunteering, with a volunteer platform launch planned next Wednesday. Agriculture Push: The Prime Minister chaired preparations for a vegetable farming campaign, citing tax exemptions on inputs and stressing fixes needed for marketing, storage, and basic infrastructure. Energy & Regional Ties: Mauritania’s energy leadership is heading to Algeria for gas-related talks, while fisheries and maritime officials met Algeria’s ambassador to deepen cooperation. Critical Minerals Deal: Mauritania and the U.S. signed a framework agreement to strengthen critical minerals and rare earth supply chains and boost investment and processing. Religious Diplomacy: The President received a Somali message delivered by Somalia’s religious affairs minister and envoy, focusing on political and security updates and deeper bilateral cooperation. Sports Medicine Seminar: Mauritania took part in a Doha Arab military sports medicine seminar, linking fitness and readiness with regional military cooperation. Regional Solidarity: Mauritania condemned attacks on Saudi vital facilities, reiterating full solidarity and rejection of threats to civilian infrastructure.

Agriculture & Food Security: Prime Minister El Moctar Ould Djay chaired a ministerial committee meeting to prepare Mauritania’s vegetable farming campaign, stressing food sovereignty and tackling bottlenecks like marketing, price control, storage, and key infrastructure (electricity, water, roads). Presidency & Religion: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani opened the 39th International Conference on the Prophet’s Biography in Nouakchott, linking diversity management to social cohesion and development, and received messages and delegations including from Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mahmoud and Islamic conference guests. Public Health Governance: Africa CDC and AU member states, including Mauritania, advanced a Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework to improve coordinated public-health decision-making across countries. Regional Security: Mauritania condemned attacks on Saudi vital facilities and reiterated full solidarity with Riyadh, calling for restraint and diplomatic solutions. Industry Watch: Mauritania’s cement production returned to normal after electricity disruptions, with supplies stable and prices unchanged. Sahara Diplomacy: The U.S. and UN reaffirmed support for a lasting Sahara solution under UNSC Resolution 2797, with talks aimed at the Autonomy plan framework. International Engagement: Mauritania hosted senior diplomatic meetings, including with China’s ambassador and UNODC Sahel programme coordinator, focusing on parliamentary and Islamic affairs cooperation. Energy/Investment: Raminvest Holding advanced gold exploration at the Wompou project in Mauritania after assay results up to 50.14 g/t and defined targets for next drilling steps.

Religious & Civic Leadership: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani opened the 39th International Conference on the Prophet’s Biography in Nouakchott, under the theme of managing diversity and strengthening common ground, with senior government, military, municipal and diplomatic figures in attendance. Foreign Policy & Security: Mauritania condemned attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline and vital facilities, reiterating full solidarity with Riyadh and warning against threats to civilian safety and regional stability. Sahara Diplomacy: The U.S. and the UN are coordinating to push a lasting Sahara solution under UN Security Council Resolution 2797, with talks aimed at advancing an outcome consistent with the Autonomy plan framework. Regional Religious Outreach: Djamaâ El-Djazaïr’s rector and dean are set to participate in the same Nouakchott Prophet’s Sira conference, highlighting Mauritania’s role as a hub for Islamic scholarship. Economy & Industry: Mauritania’s cement production has returned to normal after electricity disruptions, with authorities citing stable prices and sufficient stocks. Energy & Minerals: Raminvest Holding advanced gold exploration at Mauritania’s Wompou project after assays up to 50.14 g/t, moving toward targeted drilling. Governance & Parliament: Nouakchott saw meetings between Mauritania’s National Assembly leadership and China’s ambassador, plus the Prime Minister receiving Spain’s ambassador, focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation. International Environment Ranking: Mauritania ranked near the bottom in the 2026 EPI among Arab states, scoring 25.3, while Estonia topped globally.

Mauritania–Saudi Solidarity: Mauritania’s foreign ministry strongly condemned attacks on Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline and vital facilities, reiterating full solidarity and rejecting any targeting of civilian infrastructure. Sahara Diplomacy: The U.S. and the UN say they are coordinating to push a lasting Sahara solution under UN Security Council Resolution 2797, with talks aimed at the Autonomy plan framework; the next UN Security Council meeting is set for late October. Islamic Outreach in Nouakchott: Djamaâ El-Djazaïr leaders from Algeria will join Mauritania’s 39th International Prophet’s Sira Conference in Nouakchott, under a theme focused on managing diversity and strengthening common ground. Mauritania–China Parliamentary Ties: The National Assembly president met China’s ambassador to discuss boosting cooperation, especially in parliamentary affairs. Islamic Affairs–UNODC Cooperation: Mauritania’s Islamic affairs ministry met UNODC’s Sahel programme coordinator to review joint action and strengthen collaboration. Economy & Resources: Raminvest Holding advanced gold exploration at Mauritania’s Wompou project after sampling returned assays up to 50.14 g/t, moving toward targeted drilling subject to approvals. Regional Context: A wider week of coverage also highlighted renewed debate around Western Sahara’s future and UN posture, alongside regional security and migration reporting.

Sahara Diplomacy: The U.S. and the UN are coordinating to push a lasting Sahara solution under UN Security Council Resolution 2797, with U.S. advisor Massad Boulos meeting UN political chief Rosemary DiCarlo and stressing talks aligned with the autonomy framework. Regional Solidarity: Mauritania condemned attacks on Saudi Arabia’s vital installations, reiterating solidarity with Riyadh and warning against actions that threaten regional security and civilian safety. Islamic & Cultural Outreach: Djamaâ El-Djazaïr’s rector and dean are set to take part in Nouakchott’s 39th International Prophet’s Sira Conference, highlighting Mauritania as a hub for wider Islamic scholarship. Parliament & Diplomacy: Nouakchott saw National Assembly President Mohamed Bemba Meguett meet China’s ambassador to discuss stronger parliamentary cooperation. Government Meetings: The Prime Minister received Spain’s ambassador to review Mauritania–Spain cooperation, while the Islamic Affairs ministry met UNODC’s Sahel coordinator on joint action. Security/Justice Watch: Mauritania-linked items also appear in wider reporting on voting fraud crackdowns abroad, underscoring election integrity as a recurring political theme. Economy & Resources: Raminvest Holding advanced Mauritania gold exploration at the Wompou project after high-grade sampling, moving toward targeted drilling.