AGP Executive Report

Oil & Investments: Benin-born oil veteran Samuel Dossou-Aworet’s Petrolin Trading holds Seplat Energy shares worth about $830.7m and Aradel Holdings shares worth about $600.5m, underscoring how long-built stakes in Mauritania-relevant energy value chains can translate into major regional wealth. Gas & LNG Execution: The MSGBC Basin is shifting from discoveries to delivery, with Mauritania and Senegal pushing the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project (first gas in 2024, first LNG in 2025) while investors look to scale gas, LNG and regional infrastructure. Oil & Renewables Diplomacy: Mauritania’s Energy and Oil ministry met China’s ambassador in Nouakchott to deepen cooperation in oil and renewable energy. Arab-Chinese Summit Prep: Mauritania joined Beijing talks to prepare for the second Arab-Chinese summit, stressing long-term economic and development alignment. Water & Infrastructure: President Ghazouani inaugurated the Boghe drinking-water system, including river treatment, power supply and pumping, financed by the state. Agriculture Finance: Saudi Fund for Development signed a $40m loan in Nouakchott to support institutes in key fields and highlighted the R’kiz land reclamation push to boost cereal production. Industry & Mining Finance: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM in Nouakchott to discuss cooperation prospects with Mauritania’s mining sector. Drought Governance: The Sahel drought-fighting council session wrapped in Nouakchott, chaired by Chad, keeping regional climate resilience on the agenda.

Oil & Investments: Benin-born oil veteran Samuel Dossou-Aworet is reported to hold $1.43bn in Nigerian oil shares via Petrolin Trading Ltd, including a large Seplat Energy stake and a smaller Aradel Holdings position. Gas & Energy Projects: The MSGBC Basin focus is shifting from discoveries to delivery, with Mauritania and Senegal pushing gas and LNG momentum around the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project and follow-on developments like BirAllah. Mauritania–China Energy Talks: Mauritania’s Energy and Oil minister met China’s ambassador to discuss deepening cooperation in oil and renewables. Arab–Chinese Summit Prep: Mauritania took part in Beijing in preparations for the second Arab-Chinese summit, stressing long-standing ties and “One China.” Mining & Finance Support: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM in Nouakchott to review cooperation prospects with Mauritania’s mining sector. Water & Infrastructure: President El Ghazouani inaugurated the Boghe drinking-water supply system using treated river water, backed by a state-funded package including treatment, power, pumping and storage works. Agriculture & Food Security: Mauritania’s economy and finance leadership met FAO on cooperation for agriculture, animal development and fisheries, including support for investment preparation. Security Cooperation: Mauritania’s National Security director-general met the head of the UAE drug enforcement authority to strengthen cross-border anti-drug coordination.

Migration as Hybrid Coercion: A new report describes how Europe’s border crisis can be used as foreign-policy pressure, pointing to EU-funded Libyan “migration management” that includes attacks on rescue ships and shifting blame away from perpetrators. Oil & Gas Execution: The MSGBC Basin is moving from discovery to delivery, with Mauritania–Senegal’s GTA already producing gas and LNG, and both countries pushing next projects like Mauritania’s BirAllah and Senegal’s Yakaar-Teranga. Oil & Renewables Diplomacy: Mauritania’s energy minister met China’s ambassador in Nouakchott to deepen cooperation across oil and renewable energy. China–Arab Summit Prep: Mauritania took part in Beijing’s coordination meeting for the second Arab–Chinese summit, reaffirming “One China” and highlighting long-running ties. Industrial Finance & Agriculture: The Saudi Fund for Development signed a $40m loan in Nouakchott for institutes in key fields and flagged support for Mauritania’s R’kiz agricultural land reclamation to boost cereal production. Water & Urban Services: In Boghe, Mauritania inaugurated a river-water treatment and supply system, including power lines, pumping stations and storage to strengthen local water production. Mining & Development Partners: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM in Nouakchott to discuss cooperation prospects. Security Cooperation: Mauritania’s National Security director-general met UAE’s drug enforcement authority head to strengthen cross-border action against drug trafficking.

Gas & LNG Execution: Mauritania and Senegal are moving from discovery to delivery in the MSGBC Basin, with GTA already at first gas (Dec 2024) and first LNG (Feb 2025) plus exports (Apr 2025), while Mauritania advances BirAllah and Senegal pushes Yakaar-Teranga to cut fuel imports and feed power and industry. Energy Diplomacy (Oil + Renewables): Mauritania’s Energy and Oil minister met China’s ambassador in Nouakchott to deepen cooperation across hydrocarbons and renewable energy. China-Arab Summit Prep: Mauritania’s Arab League representative joined Beijing talks to prepare for the second Arab-Chinese summit, stressing long-standing ties and development/security alignment. Mining & Finance: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM in Nouakchott to discuss cooperation prospects with Mauritania’s mining sector. Water & Infrastructure: President Ghazouani inaugurated the Heritage City in Ouadane and earlier oversaw Boghe’s river-water treatment system—state-funded upgrades aimed at reliable services. Agriculture Funding: The Saudi Fund for Development signed a $40m loan for dedicated institutes and highlighted support for Mauritania’s R’kiz agricultural land rehabilitation. Security Cooperation: Mauritania’s National Security chief met UAE’s drug enforcement authority to boost cross-border action against trafficking and evolving criminal methods. Regional Logistics Watch: Morocco’s US$1.6bn Dakhla Atlantique port and industrial zone plan (to open in 2029) signals intensifying Sahel trade competition and corridor building.

Energy & Industry Investment: Mauritania is pushing deeper oil and renewable-energy ties with China after talks between the Energy and Oil minister and China’s ambassador, while Mauritania’s role in the MSGBC Basin keeps investors focused as the GTA project (Mauritania–Senegal) moves from discovery to execution. Gas & LNG Momentum: The MSGBC Basin is now about scaling projects—GTA has reached first gas and LNG exports, and Mauritania is advancing BirAllah gas plans. Agribusiness & Food Security Finance: Saudi Fund for Development signed a $40m loan in Nouakchott to back institutes in key fields, and highlighted the R’kiz agricultural project (land reclamation to boost production toward self-sufficiency). Water & Infrastructure: President Ghazouani inaugurated the Heritage City in Ouadane and earlier oversaw river-water treatment for Boghe, with new treatment, power, pumping and storage components. Mining & Development Partners: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM in Nouakchott to discuss cooperation prospects. Regional Cooperation: Mauritania participated in Arab-Chinese summit preparation in Beijing and held energy-sector meetings with Algeria’s Sonatrach and Sonelgaz, including training for Mauritanian engineers. Security Cooperation: Mauritania’s gendarmerie unit departed for UN peacekeeping in the Central African Republic, and Mauritania–UAE security talks covered anti-drug coordination.

Gas & LNG Momentum: The MSGBC Basin is shifting from discoveries to execution, with Mauritania and Senegal pushing the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project (first gas in 2024, first LNG in 2025) and investors eyeing the next steps for regional gas and LNG infrastructure at African Energy Week in Cape Town. Oil & Renewables Talks: Mauritania’s Energy and Oil minister met China’s ambassador in Nouakchott to discuss deepening cooperation in oil and renewable energy. China–Arab Summit Prep: Mauritania took part in Beijing in the coordination mechanism for the second Arab-Chinese summit, reaffirming long-standing ties and “One China.” Agriculture & Drought Response: A Nouakchott meeting of the Sahel drought-fighting council (SEALS) wrapped up, while Mauritania also met FAO leadership in Rome to review cooperation in agriculture, livestock and fisheries. Water & Infrastructure: President Ghazouani inaugurated the Heritage City in Ouadane and oversaw a river-water treatment system for Boghe, aimed at boosting urban water supply. Industry & Mining Finance: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM in Nouakchott to discuss cooperation prospects. Security Cooperation: Mauritania’s National Security director-general met the UAE drug enforcement authority in Abu Dhabi to strengthen cross-border anti-drug coordination.

MSGBC Gas & LNG Momentum: Mauritania and Senegal are moving from discovery to execution in the MSGBC Basin, with GTA already delivering first gas (Dec 2024) and first LNG (Feb 2025) and exporting its first LNG cargo (Apr 2025), while Mauritania advances BirAllah gas plans and Senegal pushes the Yakaar-Teranga project to cut fuel imports and support power and industry. Energy Diplomacy with China: Mauritania’s energy ministry held talks in Nouakchott with China’s ambassador on oil and renewable energy cooperation, as the country also joined Arab-Chinese summit preparations in Beijing. Sahel Drought Coordination: The 59th SEALS Council of Ministers session wrapped up in Nouakchott, chaired by Chad, focusing on drought impacts and regional coordination. Mining & Investment Linkages: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM in Nouakchott to discuss cooperation prospects with Mauritania’s mining giant. Water & Infrastructure: President El Ghazouani inaugurated the Boghe drinking-water system using treated river water, including treatment facilities, power line and pumping stations. Agriculture Finance: Saudi Fund for Development signed a $40m loan agreement tied to dedicated institutes, and referenced support for the R’kiz agricultural land rehabilitation project aimed at boosting production and self-sufficiency. Oil & Power Skills Transfer: Mauritania’s energy minister met Algerian energy firms (Sonatrach, Sonelgaz) to expand hydrocarbon and electricity cooperation and train Mauritanian engineers and technicians. Security Cooperation: Mauritania’s National Security chief met with the UAE drug enforcement authority to strengthen cross-border anti-drug coordination. Logistics Competition in the Region: Morocco’s $1.6bn Dakhla Atlantique port and industrial zone plan (to open in 2029) signals intensifying West African trade and shipping competition that Mauritania’s logistics sector will need to match.

Port & Maritime Security: A US military delegation visited Dakhla Port, discussing maritime infrastructure, connectivity, economic development and shared security priorities—building on earlier US engagement tied to border and anti-trafficking cooperation in the Sahara. Sanctions & Shipping Integrity: Research highlights how Russia’s sanctioned “shadow fleet” exploits African shipping registries through weak verification, false flags and flag-hopping to keep exporting oil and funding the war. Drug Control Cooperation: Mauritania’s National Security chief met Saudi Arabia’s National Drug Enforcement Authority chair to strengthen cross-border coordination against drug and psychotropic trafficking, including faster information exchange and upgraded technical capabilities. Agriculture Finance & Production: The Saudi Fund for Development signed a loan agreement in Nouakchott for $40m to support institutes in key fields, including a major R’kiz agricultural land rehabilitation push aimed at boosting output toward self-sufficiency. Water Infrastructure: President Ghazouani inaugurated a drinking-water supply system in Boghé, financed by the state (MRO 200m), featuring river treatment, power lines, pumping stations, reservoirs and a distribution pipeline. Mining & Investment Talks: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM in Nouakchott to review the company’s role and explore new cooperation prospects. Energy Sector Cooperation: Mauritania’s energy minister held talks in Algeria with Sonatrach and Sonelgaz on hydrocarbons, electricity, training for Mauritanian engineers and technicians, and technical partnerships. Heritage & Local Development: The President inaugurated Ouadane’s “Heritage City,” positioned as a cultural incubator and developmental hub with solar and water storage elements.

Port & Security: A senior US military delegation visited Dakhla Port to discuss maritime infrastructure, regional connectivity, economic development and shared security priorities, building on earlier US engagement at the Morocco–Mauritania border crossing at El Guerguerat. Maritime Risk & Sanctions Evasion: Reporting says Russia’s sanctioned “shadow fleet” is exploiting weak African shipping registries—using false flags, flags of convenience and “flag hopping”—to keep exporting oil and funding its war. Water Infrastructure: In Boghé, President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani inaugurated a state-funded drinking-water system using treated river water, including a treatment plant, reservoirs, pumping stations and power line. Mining & Finance: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM’s Nouakchott headquarters to review the company’s role in Mauritania’s economy and explore new cooperation. Agriculture & Development Finance: The Saudi Fund for Development signed a $40m loan agreement to support institutes in key fields and highlighted the R’kiz agricultural project aimed at reclaiming and rehabilitating land to boost production. Energy & Skills: Mauritania’s energy minister held talks in Algeria with Sonatrach and Sonelgaz, agreeing on hydrocarbon cooperation and training for Mauritanian engineers and technicians. Heritage & Tourism Industry: The President inaugurated Ouadane’s “Heritage City” as a heritage incubator and public-sector hub, featuring cultural spaces and solar and water storage elements. Regional Cooperation: Mauritania and Côte d’Ivoire advanced cooperation through the first session of their Joint High Commission, with sectors including security, trade, investment, infrastructure, energy, mining and agriculture. Anti-Drug Cooperation: Mauritania’s National Security Director-General met Saudi Arabia’s drug enforcement authority chair to strengthen cross-border coordination against drug trafficking and psychotropic crimes.

Mauritania–Germany Deal: Mauritania signed a €35m cooperation agreement with Germany in Nouakchott to boost technical and vocational training, protect coastal biodiversity, and develop the blue economy, with funding split between workforce skills and marine-focused projects. World Bank/IFC & SNIM: A World Bank–IFC mission visited SNIM’s Nouakchott headquarters to review the company’s role in Mauritania’s economy and discuss future cooperation. Energy & Skills Link: Mauritania’s Energy and Petroleum Minister held talks in Algeria with Sonatrach and Sonelgaz, agreeing on hydrocarbon collaboration and a training programme for Mauritanian engineers and technicians. Water Infrastructure: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani inaugurated the Boghe drinking-water system, financed by the state at MRO 200m, including river treatment, power supply, pumping and storage. Agriculture Cooperation: Mauritania’s Economy and Finance Minister met FAO’s Director-General in Rome to review ties on agriculture, animal development and fisheries investment support. Sahel Land Restoration: WFP’s Sahel Integrated Resilience Initiative was named a UN World Restoration Flagship, highlighting land rehabilitation and food security support across Mauritania and the wider Sahel. Security Cooperation: Mauritania’s National Security Director-General met the head of the UAE’s drug enforcement authority to strengthen cross-border anti-drug coordination.

Port & Trade Security: A senior US military delegation visited Dakhla Atlantic Port, focusing on maritime infrastructure, connectivity, economic development and shared security, following earlier US engagement at the El Guerguerat border crossing with Mauritania. Anti-Drug Cooperation: Mauritania’s National Security DG met the head of the UAE National Drug Enforcement Authority in Abu Dhabi to boost cross-border monitoring, tackle evolving trafficking methods, and intensify information exchange. Agriculture Finance: Mauritania’s Economy and Finance minister met FAO’s DG in Rome to review cooperation on agriculture, animal development and fisheries, including technical support and investment preparation. Vocational & Blue Economy Funding: Mauritania and Germany signed a €35m deal in Nouakchott for technical/vocational training, coastal biodiversity protection and blue economy development. Mining & Industry: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM’s Nouakchott HQ to discuss cooperation prospects with Mauritania’s mining and industry sector. Energy Skills & Partnerships: Mauritania’s energy minister held talks in Algeria with Sonatrach and Sonelgaz on hydrocarbon cooperation and training for Mauritanian engineers. Water Infrastructure: President Ghazouani inaugurated Boghe’s river-water treatment system, financed by the state, to expand drinking water supply. Heritage & Local Development: The President inaugurated Ouadane’s “Heritage City” as a cultural incubator with solar and water storage elements. Sahel Land Restoration: WFP welcomed recognition of the Sahel Integrated Resilience Initiative as a UN World Restoration Flagship, spanning Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania and Niger.

Security & Trade Compliance: Mauritania’s National Security Director-General met the head of the UAE National Drug Enforcement Authority in Abu Dhabi to strengthen anti-drug cooperation, focusing on tracking trafficking networks and improving cross-border coordination. Water & Utilities: In Boghé, President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani inaugurated a state-funded drinking water system treating river water, including a treatment plant, reservoirs, pumping stations and a new power line. Blue Economy & Skills: Mauritania and Germany signed a €35m deal in Nouakchott to back vocational training, coastal biodiversity protection and blue economy development. Mining & Finance: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM’s Nouakchott headquarters to discuss future cooperation prospects with the state mining champion. Agriculture & Food Security: Mauritania’s economy and finance minister met FAO’s director-general to review cooperation on agriculture, animal development and fisheries investment support. Energy & Regional Response: After Nouakchott power outages linked to transformer fires, Morocco and Senegal sent technical support to restore electricity across affected areas. Development Finance: The Saudi Fund for Development reiterated long-running support, including a $40m package for institutes in key fields and progress on the R’kiz agricultural land rehabilitation project. Land Restoration Spotlight: WFP welcomed UN recognition of the Sahel Integrated Resilience Initiative as a World Restoration Flagship, covering Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania and Niger.

Water & Utilities: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani inaugurated in Boghé a state-funded river-water treatment and supply system (MRO 200m), including a 250 kV line, pumping stations and reservoirs to boost city water production. Mining & Finance: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM’s Nouakchott headquarters to review operations and explore new cooperation prospects with Mauritania’s industry and mines champion. Energy & Skills: Mauritania’s Energy Minister Mohamed Ould Khaled met Algerian energy leaders (Sonatrach, Sonelgaz) to expand hydrocarbons and electricity cooperation and set up training for Mauritanian engineers and technicians. Agriculture & Food Security: Mauritania’s Economy and Finance Minister met FAO DG Qu Dongyu in Rome to take stock of cooperation on agriculture, animal development and fisheries, including technical support and investment preparation. Blue Economy & Training: Mauritania and Germany signed a €35m deal in Nouakchott for vocational training, coastal biodiversity protection and blue-economy development. Heritage & Tourism Infrastructure: The President inaugurated Ouadane’s “Heritage City” as a cultural incubator and development hub, featuring heritage spaces and basic energy and water facilities. Land Restoration Recognition: WFP’s Sahel Integrated Resilience Initiative was named a UN World Restoration Flagship, highlighting land rehabilitation and food-security support across Mauritania and the wider Sahel.

Energy & Skills: Mauritania and Germany signed a €35m deal in Nouakchott to boost technical and vocational training, protect coastal biodiversity, and develop the blue economy, with funding for training institutions plus marine research and ecosystem protection. Mining & Finance: A World Bank/IFC delegation visited SNIM’s Nouakchott headquarters to discuss cooperation prospects with Mauritania’s national mining company. Power Reliability: After Nouakchott suffered 24–72 hours of outages linked to transformer-station fires, Morocco and Senegal sent technical teams and equipment; SOMELEC reported power restoration in affected neighborhoods. Hydrocarbons Cooperation: Energy and Petroleum Minister Mohamed Ould Khaled held talks in Algeria with Sonatrach and Sonelgaz on hydrocarbon projects, electricity cooperation, and training for Mauritanian engineers. Heritage & Tourism Infrastructure: President Ghazouani inaugurated the “Heritage City” in Ouadane, a 16,700 sq m cultural hub with solar and water storage elements. Sahel Land Restoration: WFP’s Sahel Integrated Resilience Initiative was named a UN World Restoration Flagship, supporting land rehabilitation and food security across Mauritania and neighboring countries. Agriculture Trade: A report notes Mauritania among EU watermelon suppliers, ranking seventh in H1 2026.

Energy & Industry Diplomacy: Mauritania’s Minister of Energy and Petroleum, Mohamed Ould Khaled, met Algeria’s Sonatrach and Sonelgaz to push cooperation in hydrocarbons, electricity and training, including a plan to train Mauritanian engineers and technicians in Algerian petroleum institutes. Mining & Finance: A World Bank/IFC mission visited SNIM’s Nouakchott headquarters to discuss the company’s role in the economy and future cooperation prospects. Blue Economy & Skills: Mauritania and Germany signed a €35m agreement in Nouakchott to fund technical and vocational training, coastal biodiversity protection and blue economy development. Power Reliability in Nouakchott: Morocco sent a technical team and equipment to help restore electricity after Nouakchott suffered outages linked to fires at transformer stations in Toujounine and Tevragh Zeina; Senegal and OMVS-affiliated support also joined repairs. Heritage & Local Development: President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani inaugurated the “Heritage City” in Ouadane, a solar-powered heritage and cultural hub designed to support public-sector activities while preserving Mauritania’s traditions. Restoration for Food Security: The UN recognized the Sahel Integrated Resilience Initiative as a World Restoration Flagship, highlighting land rehabilitation and food-security support across Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania and Niger.

Blue Economy & Skills: Mauritania and Germany signed a €35m financial cooperation deal in Nouakchott to back technical and vocational training, coastal biodiversity protection and blue economy development, with €20m for training and €15m for coastal/marine work. Power & Infrastructure Resilience: Morocco dispatched a technical team to help restore electricity in Nouakchott after two transformer-station fires left parts of the capital without power for up to 72 hours; Senegal also provided teams and equipment. Land Restoration for Food Security: The UN World Food Programme welcomed recognition of the Sahel Integrated Resilience Initiative as a UN World Restoration Flagship, citing work across Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania and Niger to rehabilitate degraded land and support millions of people. Vocational Training & Coastal Jobs: The same Mauritania–Germany agreement targets better training quality aligned with labour-market needs, plus marine research and action on coastal erosion and overfishing. Agriculture & Climate Risk: UNCCD COP17 highlighted new land restoration “flagships” aimed at restoring nearly 5m hectares by 2030, underscoring how degraded land and drought hit food and water security.