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NOUAKCHOTT– Mauritanian Minister of Trade and Tourism, Zeinebou bint Ahmednah, received a high-level delegation from the Algeria Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion on Friday, accompanied by the Algerian Ambassador to Mauritania, Amine Said.

The meeting, held on the sidelines of the 8^th Edition of the Algerian Products and services Exhibition, focused on evaluating and expanding trade relations. Both parties discussed the implementation of recently signed bilateral agreement aimed at increasing trade volume and fostering strategic partnership between economic operators of both nations.  

The Algerian delegation expressed gratitude for the Mauritanian authorities’ support, emphasizing that the ongoing exhibition serves as a vital platform for diversifying cooperation and creating tangible economic output for both brotherly countries.

NOUAKCHOTT — The 8th Edition of the Algerian Products and Services Fair has successfully pivoted from showcasing potential to solidifying concrete economic alliances. In a high-level ceremony held in the Mauritanian capital, Algerian and Mauritanian officials oversaw the signing of 23 commercial agreements and 4 healthcare cooperation Mous, marking a new milestone in bilateral relations.

The signing was attended by Algeria’s Ambassador to Mauritania, H.E. Amine Said, alongside top-tier representatives from the Mauritanian Employers’ Federation, the Investment Promotion Agency, and the Council for Algerian Economic Renewal (CREA).

The agreements span several strategic sectors, signaling a diversification of Algerian exports:

Infrastructure & Energy: A standout deal was secured by “Elsewedy Electric,” signing a $15 million commercial contract.

Mining & Raw Materials: The SONAREM Group, through its subsidiary ENOF, signed two Memoranda of Understanding to export critical minerals including Dolomite, Bentonite, and Calcium Carbonate to the Mauritanian market.

Manufacturing: The motorcycle manufacturer “SYM” and various public enterprises also finalized key trade partnerships.

In a significant expansion of Algeria’s service sector, the Al-Azhar Clinic signed four cooperation agreements with Mauritanian public and private health institutions. This move underscores the growing regional confidence in Algerian medical expertise and specialized hospital services.

The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Export Promotion highlighted that these results are not exhaustive; more agreements are expected in the coming days. The fair has evolved beyond a traditional exhibition, becoming a primary engine for regional integration and a platform for tangible investment.

The Bureau of the Pan-African Pariament PAP, chaired by Fateh Boutbig, held a virtual meeting with representatives from the South African Parliament, including Thandi Modise. This marks the first bilateral meetings held by the Bureau of the seventh legislative term since its election.

The meeting served as an opportunity to discuss ways to strengthen existing cooperation as the Pan-African Parliament enters a new phase. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing coordination and the development of joint action mechanisms.

The PAP Bureau praised the support and facilities provided by South Africa over the past twenty years, expressing appreciation for its role in hosting the continental parliamentary institution.

For her part, the Speaker of the National Assembly of South Africa congratulated the members of the new PAP Bureau on their election. She emphasized that the electoral process was conducted in accordance with the African Union’s principle of fair, regular, and predictable regional rotation, ensuring balanced representation of the continent’s five regions as well as gender balance.