Mauritania's Interior Minister, Muchtar Ahmed Bousif, has committed to improving the performance of the civil status committee for Mauritanians living abroad, specifically in Saudi Arabia and Qatar. He tasked a committee with studying ways to enhance services and exploring the possibility of sending a delegation to areas with large diaspora communities. This move aims to bring services closer to citizens and reduce the burden of travel.
During a meeting with a delegation from the Mauritanian diaspora in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, Bousif emphasized the importance of ensuring that census teams can reach elderly Mauritanians in their places of residence, particularly in Mecca and Medina. This is to facilitate their access to civil documents while considering their circumstances. The minister expressed his sector's commitment to studying and finding suitable solutions to various concerns and demands raised by the diaspora.
The diaspora delegation presented several issues and challenges faced by Mauritanians in Saudi Arabia, including problems related to civil status, census, and name corrections on official documents. They also stressed the need to simplify census procedures for elderly individuals who face difficulties in accessing civil status centers due to health issues or age-related mobility problems.
The meeting also touched on the situation of young Mauritanians returning from Qatar, who face challenges in finding employment. The delegation urged the government to facilitate their access to available job opportunities. Additionally, they discussed issues related to birth registration and the challenges posed by some unscrupulous recruitment companies.
Bousif's pledge to improve civil status services for the diaspora is seen as a positive step towards addressing the concerns of Mauritanians living abroad. The minister's commitment to engaging with the diaspora and exploring solutions to their problems is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of many Mauritanians.
The Mauritanian government has been working to strengthen its ties with its diaspora, who play a significant role in the country's economy and development. By improving civil status services, the government aims to make it easier for Mauritanians living abroad to access essential services and participate in the country's development.
The outcome of the meeting between Bousif and the diaspora delegation is expected to lead to tangible improvements in civil status services for Mauritanians in Saudi Arabia and Qatar. The government's efforts to address the concerns of its diaspora are likely to foster greater engagement and cooperation between the diaspora and the government.
Key points
- The Mauritanian government has pledged to improve civil status services for its diaspora in Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
- The government aims to simplify census procedures for elderly Mauritanians and facilitate access to civil documents.
- The move is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of many Mauritanians living abroad.
