The National Assembly of Mauritania convened on October 1, 2026, at 6:47 PM, to mark the beginning of its ordinary session for the 2026-2027 parliamentary year. The ceremony took place at the Assembly's headquarters in Nouakchott and was presided over by Mohamed Bamba Mekte, the President of the National Assembly. Several government members were in attendance. In his opening speech, Mekte emphasized that the Assembly would continue to perform its legislative and oversight duties.
Mekte highlighted that the upcoming session would focus on several key responsibilities, including the examination and discussion of the original finance bill and the government's annual report. He stressed the importance of these tasks, noting that they represent a significant part of the Assembly's duties. The finance bill, he explained, reflects the government's vision and priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. Mekte urged deputies to approach these discussions with seriousness and objectivity.
The President of the National Assembly also mentioned that the session would include the presentation of the Prime Minister's annual report on the government's activities during the past year. This report would provide an overview of the government's accomplishments and outline its plans for the upcoming year. Mekte described the discussion of this report as a prime example of responsible dialogue between the executive and legislative branches.
During the session, the National Assembly would continue to carry out its usual legislative and oversight tasks. These include enacting laws, monitoring government activities, and discussing various issues of interest to citizens and relevant to the country's development. Mekte recalled that the period between sessions had been marked by intense parliamentary diplomatic activity, including participation in several regional and international parliamentary conferences.
Mekte noted that Mauritania's parliamentary presence had grown significantly, reflecting the increasing importance of the National Assembly in regional and international forums. This growing presence contributes to strengthening friendly relations and cooperation with other countries' parliaments. It also helps to showcase Mauritania's positive image and reinforce its position on the international stage.
In his address, Mekte urged deputies to continue discharging their duties with the same sense of responsibility and seriousness. He emphasized the importance of regular attendance at committee meetings and plenary sessions, as well as active and constructive participation in discussions. Mekte reminded deputies that their presence is not only a procedural requirement but also a demonstration of respect for the people's will.
The President of the National Assembly concluded by expressing his confidence in the deputies' ability to carry out their duties effectively. He wished them success in their work and officially declared the opening of the 2026-2027 ordinary session. The session's activities would be conducted in accordance with the Constitution and the Assembly's internal regulations.
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- The National Assembly of Mauritania opened its 2026-2027 ordinary session on October 1, 2026.
