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Mauritania.
sovereign state in West Africa and North Africa
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Murphy Oil announced a discovery in Ivory Coast and applied for exploration acreage in Mauritania.Some support1 report
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Mauritania is a desert republic situated on Africa’s Atlantic coast.Some support1 report
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Kinross Gold operates mines and facilities globally, including Tasiast in Mauritania and operations in Chile.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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Amigo Resources PLC is focusing on mining opportunities across Africa, Mauritania, and Tanzania.Some support1 report
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An AU panel meeting was held in Addis Ababa in 2012, involving presidents from Mauritania and Chad.Some support1 report
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Algeria, led by President Tebboune, is focusing on combating extremism and securing the African Sahel by reclaiming historical regional roles and employing expertise.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Appian Capital Advisory is evaluating investment opportunities in Ivory Coast, Ghana, and Mauritania, planning to deploy billions into Africa.Some support1 report
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Mauritania is dealing with international fishing operations, utilizing experimental quota systems, and lobbying to unwind export bans on canneries.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Fuzhou Hong Dong Fishery built a base in Mauritania.Some support1 report
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Mauritania, situated on Africa's coast, is facing economic challenges where inflation data is sourced from the World Bank, impacting the capital Nouakchott.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Mauritania officially approved several financial deals with the World Bank on October 15, 2026.Some support1 report
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Morocco, represented by Omar Hilale, and Mauritania are parties to the regional Sahara dispute at the UN.Some support1 report
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IMF projects Mauritania's economic growth and inflation, while Kosmos Energy is a partner in the nation's gas project.Some support1 report
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Johann Wadephul is touring Mauritania, Nigeria, and South Africa to build alliances between Africa and Europe, amid China's assertive stance.Some support2 reports5 developments inside
One to three months ago
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Individual efforts are contributing to national green goals in Mauritania.Some support1 report
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Morocco and Mauritania established academic cooperation with the opening of an EMSI campus in Nouakchott.Some support1 report
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Mohamed Ould Ghazouani is the current president of Mauritania, and RFI is France's public international broadcaster.Some support2 reports
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Elite Agro Holding announced its expansion across three countries and operates production sites in Kenitra.Some support1 report
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Capital's grid fragility in Mauritania was exposed by fires on October 9, 2026.Some support5 reports
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UAE (Abu Dhabi) announced investments of AED 440 million in Mauritania and AED 140 million in Morocco to support cross-border cooperation.Some support3 reports
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Mauritania, West Africa, and Sahel are engaged in cooperation regarding regional security and development.Well supported6 reports3 developments inside
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ECOWAS held training in Monrovia, Liberia, funding a statistical project that included leaders from Mauritania.Some support1 report
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Algeria strengthens regional cooperation and bilateral ties and infrastructure with Chad and Mauritania.Some support2 reports
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Mauritania and Morocco are engaged in bilateral cooperation discussions concerning security and migration issues.Some support3 reports2 developments inside
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Morocco exports road construction experience to Mauritania.Some support1 report
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The European Commission is overseeing the EU-Mauritania fisheries partnership and urging its renewal amid social impact warnings.Some support1 report
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University in Karnataka presents RACEx360 Season 2 while a hospital ship docks in Nouakchott, Mauritania.Some support1 report
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Medical services were provided in Mauritania.Some support1 report
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Immigrants are fleeing Mauritania and seeking asylum.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Displaced Malians seek refuge in Mauritania, and Amnesty International is investigating abuses in the country.Some support1 report
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A partnership has been established between Mauritania and the European Commission to manage migrant flows.Some support1 report
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Senegal's national oil company and Woodside Energy are involved in the Sangomar project, alongside a shared LNG operational area with Mauritania.Well supported3 reports
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Missions featuring various global locations, including Antarctica, Vietnam, London, and Mauritania, were reported.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Various African countries are major producers in the fisheries sector, including Egypt, Morocco, Uganda, Nigeria, and others.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Artisanal fishing communities in Mauritania and Senegal rely on shared resources, with FAO headquarters located in Rome.Some support1 report
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Alba Mineral Resources PLC is exploring for gold, base metals, and minerals in Greenland and Mauritania, with investments listed in Ireland.Some support1 report
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Mauritania signed a bilateral agreement focusing on development and financial cooperation for training and resource management.Some support1 report
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Morocco dispatched a technical team to Mauritania.Some support1 report
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The EU externalizes migration control to Mauritania, Libya, and Morocco, requiring external border controls within the Schengen Area.Some support2 reports
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Mauritanian and DRC nationals were deported to Eswatini under Trump's immigration policy, with US funding provided to Eswatini.Some support4 reports
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Golar LNG operates in the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project located offshore Mauritania and Senegal.Speculative1 report2 developments inside
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Mauritania and Senegal are sharing the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project, with the President leading the government through the energy transition.Some support2 reports
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Diplomatic meetings held in Amman involving Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah to discuss bilateral ties with Syria, Algeria, Sudan, and Mauritania.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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A festival organized by Mauritania's Ministry of Agriculture opened in Atar, involving Morocco, Egypt, and Turkey.Some support1 report
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Mauritanian citizens are utilizing the Ivory Coast as a transit point while their embassy intervenes in Mali regarding the president's order for their return to Nema.Some support3 reports
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A summit was held in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, on November 21, 2014, involving leaders from Mauritania, South Africa, and other regional partners to discuss cooperation.Some support1 report
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Road of Hope stretches eastward from the capital of Mauritania, Nouakchott.Well supported3 reports
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The global uranium market is seeing new capacity driven by projects like Häggån in Sweden and Tiris in Mauritania.Some support2 reports
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Johann Wadephul toured Mauritania, Nigeria, and South Africa, strengthening partnerships for economic growth.Some support1 report
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The GTA project is underway offshore Mauritania and Senegal, involving Kosmos Energy.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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Framework agreement on critical minerals cooperation in Mauritania.Some support1 report
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Sea crossings are being attempted from the region of Mauritania to reach Europe.Some support4 reports
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Germany and Europe are seeking stable African partners, with Germany offering support to Mauritania amidst the enduring crisis in the Sahel region.Some support1 report
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Nigeria, Morocco, and Mauritania are advancing a gas pipeline project endorsed by ECOWAS, with Tinubu's support.Well supported37 reports1 development inside
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Morocco and Mauritania shared a vision for the AAGP project, which links West Africa to Europe.Some support2 reports
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Kinross Gold (KGC) has operations in Mauritania and Chile. The company was the subject of a rating upgrade by Jefferies, amidst discussions regarding the potential impact of Trump-era tariffs on AI stocks.Some support3 reports
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Johann Wadephul visited Mauritania to discuss cooperation, as Germany seeks to diversify its imports from the country.Some support1 report
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President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone invited Mauritania to a summit in Sierra Leone, where Ernest Bai Koroma was also present as a guest.Some support2 reports
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Around Mauritania this week
News at the entities that move Mauritania most-
Senegal OperationalSpain's Interior Minister visited Senegal to urge cooperation as migrants attempt crossing from Morocco to Spain.Moves Mauritania
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Morocco OperationalThe National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water is operating in Casablanca.Moves Mauritania
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cabinet StructuralJacob Zuma chaired his second Cabinet Lekgotla on February 21, 2013.Moves Mauritania
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El Niño StructuralPast El Niño drought concerns inform current policy in Zimbabwe.Moves Mauritania
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African Development Bank StructuralThe African Development Bank noted that a strong El Nino event threatens cocoa production in Ivory Coast.Moves Mauritania
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Beijing OperationalUS and Beijing engaged in talks focused on deepening security and defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.Moves Mauritania
Connections
The 40 strongest of 371, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Senegal Operational
The two states are functionally linked through shared economic ventures, primarily the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project and shared fishing grounds.
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Nouakchott Structural
Nouakchott functions as the formal capital and primary administrative hub for the state of Mauritania.
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Morocco Operational
The two states maintain a deep operational partnership characterized by strategic security cooperation, infrastructure development, and economic coordination.
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Kosmos Operational
Kosmos actively conducts oil and gas exploration and production operations within Mauritania's offshore jurisdiction.
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Djay Structural
Djay served as the Prime Minister of Mauritania.
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cabinet Structural
Mauritania operates with a 29-member cabinet as its formal governing body.
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Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed Structural
Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed holds the official capacity of a Mauritanian diplomat and former foreign minister.
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Ministry of Agriculture Structural
The Ministry of Agriculture organizes initiatives within the state of Mauritania.
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Ministry of Energy and Petroleum Structural
The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum functions as a key operational organ within the governmental structure of Mauritania.
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Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug Structural
Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug acted as an official representative for the state of Mauritania in diplomatic talks.
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Mohamed Lemine Structural
Mohamed Lemine serves as the Minister of Interior appointed by the government of Mauritania.
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Mohamed Ould Cheikh Structural
Mohamed Ould Cheikh serves as the President of Mauritania, exercising executive authority and influencing national policy.
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Sahel Operational
Mauritania is situated within the Sahel and shares common security, environmental, and developmental challenges, leading to strategic partnership.
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Johann Wadephul Operational
Johann Wadephul actively visits Mauritania to discuss cooperation, migration, and counterterrorism alliances.
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Qatar charity Structural
The Qatar charity operates through a dedicated branch established in Mauritania.
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Mauritanian News Agency Structural
The Mauritanian News Agency functions as a state-run government agency of Mauritania.
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World Bank Structural
Mauritania relies on World Bank data and formally approves its development deals.
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European Commission Operational
Mauritania and the European Commission maintain an operational partnership focused on managing shared issues like migrant flows and fisheries.
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Mauritanian Hydrocarbons Company Structural
The company operates to support Mauritania's national energy goals.
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El Niño Structural
El Niño-related climate shocks negatively impact food security in Mauritania.
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Algeria Operational
The relationship is characterized by active bilateral cooperation aimed at strengthening ties and regional cohesion.
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Aïssata Lam Structural
Aïssata Lam holds a governmental position within Mauritania.
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Romania Operational
The two entities are observed to be actively competing in a specific bid scenario.
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South Africa Operational
The relationship is characterized by shared discussions regarding regional leadership and cooperative efforts between the two states.
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Economic Community of West African States Structural
Mauritania participates in ECOWAS activities, including training programs for its statistical leaders.
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Qatar Transactional
Mauritania provides financial donations to Qatar earmarked for development projects.
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Europe Shared context
Mauritania serves as a critical transit point for sea crossings and migrant flows directed towards Europe.
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BP Operational
BP operates upstream gas projects offshore Mauritania, involving local authorities in project operations.
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World Food Programme Operational
The World Food Programme conducts anticipatory action planning and resilience initiatives within Mauritania.
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African Development Bank Structural
The African Development Bank provides development finance advice and support to Mauritania.
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UNESCO Structural
Mauritania functions as a member state within the global framework overseen by UNESCO.
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Tunisia Operational
The two states have reaffirmed a commitment to strengthen bilateral ties across economy and trade.
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West Africa Shared context
Mauritania is geographically situated in West Africa and shares regional issues regarding resources and security.
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Eag Transactional
Eag invested AED 440 million into Mauritania.
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Saudi Arabia Operational
The relationship is characterized by diplomatic engagement on regional matters.
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Liu Xiaoyu Operational
Liu Xiaoyu is providing medical services while located in Mauritania.
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Beijing Operational
A Chinese PLA Navy ship originating from the Beijing area visited Mauritania.
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Joanne Clarke Shared context
Joanne Clarke's research dataset incorporates geographical locations within Mauritania.
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Alliance of Sahel States Shared context
The relationship is defined by the shared geopolitical context of the Sahel region, where the Alliance of Sahel States operates, and Mauritania is a key regional player.
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Amnesty International Shared context
Amnesty International operates within the geographical and political context of Mauritania to investigate human rights issues.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- Prosecutors in Nouakchott finished questioning suspects on November 11, 2026.
- Company Q783794 is ramping up exploration and development of the Koné mine in Mauritania.
- Murphy Oil announced a discovery in Ivory Coast and applied for exploration acreage in Mauritania.
- Mauritania is a desert republic situated on Africa’s Atlantic coast.
October 2026
13 events- Amigo Resources PLC is focusing on mining opportunities across Africa, Mauritania, and Tanzania.
- An AU panel meeting was held in Addis Ababa in 2012, involving presidents from Mauritania and Chad.
- Appian Capital Advisory is evaluating investment opportunities in Ivory Coast, Ghana, and Mauritania, planning to deploy billions into Africa.
- Fuzhou Hong Dong Fishery built a base in Mauritania.
- Mauritania officially approved several financial deals with the World Bank on October 15, 2026.
- Morocco, represented by Omar Hilale, and Mauritania are parties to the regional Sahara dispute at the UN.
- IMF projects Mauritania's economic growth and inflation, while Kosmos Energy is a partner in the nation's gas project.
- Individual efforts are contributing to national green goals in Mauritania.
- Morocco and Mauritania established academic cooperation with the opening of an EMSI campus in Nouakchott.
- Elite Agro Holding announced its expansion across three countries and operates production sites in Kenitra.
- Capital's grid fragility in Mauritania was exposed by fires on October 9, 2026.
- UAE (Abu Dhabi) announced investments of AED 440 million in Mauritania and AED 140 million in Morocco to support cross-border cooperation.
- ECOWAS held training in Monrovia, Liberia, funding a statistical project that included leaders from Mauritania.
September 2026
11 events- Mauritania, situated on Africa's coast, is facing economic challenges where inflation data is sourced from the World Bank, impacting the capital Nouakchott.
- Mohamed Ould Ghazouani is the current president of Mauritania, and RFI is France's public international broadcaster.
- Algeria strengthens regional cooperation and bilateral ties and infrastructure with Chad and Mauritania.
- Morocco exports road construction experience to Mauritania.
- The European Commission is overseeing the EU-Mauritania fisheries partnership and urging its renewal amid social impact warnings.
- University in Karnataka presents RACEx360 Season 2 while a hospital ship docks in Nouakchott, Mauritania.
- Medical services were provided in Mauritania.
- Displaced Malians seek refuge in Mauritania, and Amnesty International is investigating abuses in the country.
- A partnership has been established between Mauritania and the European Commission to manage migrant flows.
- Senegal's national oil company and Woodside Energy are involved in the Sangomar project, alongside a shared LNG operational area with Mauritania.
- Artisanal fishing communities in Mauritania and Senegal rely on shared resources, with FAO headquarters located in Rome.
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August 2026
10 events- Alba Mineral Resources PLC is exploring for gold, base metals, and minerals in Greenland and Mauritania, with investments listed in Ireland.
- Mauritania signed a bilateral agreement focusing on development and financial cooperation for training and resource management.
- Morocco dispatched a technical team to Mauritania.
- The EU externalizes migration control to Mauritania, Libya, and Morocco, requiring external border controls within the Schengen Area.
- Mauritanian and DRC nationals were deported to Eswatini under Trump's immigration policy, with US funding provided to Eswatini.
- Mauritania and Senegal are sharing the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project, with the President leading the government through the energy transition.
- A festival organized by Mauritania's Ministry of Agriculture opened in Atar, involving Morocco, Egypt, and Turkey.
- Mauritanian citizens are utilizing the Ivory Coast as a transit point while their embassy intervenes in Mali regarding the president's order for their return to Nema.
- A summit was held in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, on November 21, 2014, involving leaders from Mauritania, South Africa, and other regional partners to discuss cooperation.
- Road of Hope stretches eastward from the capital of Mauritania, Nouakchott.
July 2026
11 events- Johann Wadephul is touring Mauritania, Nigeria, and South Africa to build alliances between Africa and Europe, amid China's assertive stance.
- Mauritania and Morocco are engaged in bilateral cooperation discussions concerning security and migration issues.
- The global uranium market is seeing new capacity driven by projects like Häggån in Sweden and Tiris in Mauritania.
- Johann Wadephul toured Mauritania, Nigeria, and South Africa, strengthening partnerships for economic growth.
- Framework agreement on critical minerals cooperation in Mauritania.
- Sea crossings are being attempted from the region of Mauritania to reach Europe.
- Germany and Europe are seeking stable African partners, with Germany offering support to Mauritania amidst the enduring crisis in the Sahel region.
- Nigeria, Morocco, and Mauritania are advancing a gas pipeline project endorsed by ECOWAS, with Tinubu's support.
- Morocco and Mauritania shared a vision for the AAGP project, which links West Africa to Europe.
- Johann Wadephul visited Mauritania to discuss cooperation, as Germany seeks to diversify its imports from the country.
- President Julius Maada Bio of Sierra Leone invited Mauritania to a summit in Sierra Leone, where Ernest Bai Koroma was also present as a guest.
June 2026
11 events- Kinross Gold operates mines and facilities globally, including Tasiast in Mauritania and operations in Chile.
- Algeria, led by President Tebboune, is focusing on combating extremism and securing the African Sahel by reclaiming historical regional roles and employing expertise.
- Mauritania is dealing with international fishing operations, utilizing experimental quota systems, and lobbying to unwind export bans on canneries.
- Mauritania, West Africa, and Sahel are engaged in cooperation regarding regional security and development.
- Immigrants are fleeing Mauritania and seeking asylum.
- Missions featuring various global locations, including Antarctica, Vietnam, London, and Mauritania, were reported.
- Various African countries are major producers in the fisheries sector, including Egypt, Morocco, Uganda, Nigeria, and others.
- Golar LNG operates in the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project located offshore Mauritania and Senegal.
- Diplomatic meetings held in Amman involving Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah to discuss bilateral ties with Syria, Algeria, Sudan, and Mauritania.
- The GTA project is underway offshore Mauritania and Senegal, involving Kosmos Energy.
- Kinross Gold (KGC) has operations in Mauritania and Chile. The company was the subject of a rating upgrade by Jefferies, amidst discussions regarding the potential impact of Trump-era tariffs on AI stocks.