On Wednesday, November 4, 2026, Mauritania's Food Security Commissioner, Fatima Bent Khatri, welcomed a delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) at her office in Nouakchott. The IMF team was led by Felix Avesiher, the IMF mission chief to Mauritania. During the meeting, Commissioner Bent Khatri highlighted the country's efforts in food security and social protection for vulnerable groups, amidst international and regional challenges affecting citizens with limited income.
The meeting focused on evaluating the performance of public policies in the social sector, particularly programs and interventions implemented by the Food Security Commission. The Commissioner and the IMF delegation discussed ways to enhance social protection and address food insecurity in Mauritania. The IMF team also assessed the country's progress in achieving its development goals.
The meeting was attended by several officials, including the Assistant Commissioner for Food Security, Lmamouled Abdawa, and the IMF Resident Representative in Mauritania, Younes Zahar, as well as his assistant, Moukhtar Belamch. The discussions aimed to strengthen collaboration between Mauritania and the IMF in addressing food security and social protection challenges.
Commissioner Bent Khatri emphasized the importance of international cooperation in addressing food security and social protection issues. She highlighted Mauritania's commitment to implementing effective policies and programs to support vulnerable populations. The IMF delegation acknowledged the country's efforts and offered technical assistance to enhance its social protection systems.
The IMF mission chief, Felix Avesiher, commended Mauritania's efforts in promoting food security and social protection. He emphasized the need for continued collaboration between the IMF and Mauritania to address the country's development challenges. The meeting concluded with a commitment to strengthen partnerships and enhance cooperation in the social sector.
The Food Security Commission has been implementing various programs to address food insecurity and support vulnerable populations in Mauritania. These programs include initiatives to improve access to food, enhance agricultural productivity, and provide social protection to those in need. The Commission's efforts aim to reduce poverty and improve living standards for Mauritanian citizens.
The visit by the IMF delegation demonstrates the international community's interest in Mauritania's development progress. The meeting with Commissioner Bent Khatri reflects the country's commitment to transparency and cooperation with international partners. The discussions will contribute to the development of effective policies and strategies to address food security and social protection challenges in Mauritania.
Key points
- Mauritania's Food Security Commissioner, Fatima Bent Khatri, met with an IMF delegation to discuss food security and social protection efforts.
- The meeting focused on evaluating public policy performance in the social sector and enhancing social protection for vulnerable groups.
- The IMF delegation offered technical assistance to enhance Mauritania's social protection systems.
