Mauritania and France have signed two financing agreements in Nouakchott, totaling €21 million, approximately 944 million MRU. The agreements aim to support professional training and strengthen the capacities of the civil protection in Mauritania. The signing ceremony was attended by Mauritanian Minister of Economic Affairs and Development, Mouhamedou Ahmedou Mhaimid, French Ambassador to Mauritania, Emmanuel Besnier, and Director of the French Development Agency in Nouakchott, Inias Monkam Davirat.
The agreements will finance a project to support civil protection by enhancing its capacities and resilience, ensuring the safety of the population against various risks. Additionally, a protocol worth €4 million, approximately 180 million new ouguiyas, will fund a project to support the Nouakchott Industrial Technical Teaching and Professional Training School. These initiatives are part of the efforts to boost cooperation between Mauritania and France in areas such as civil protection, technical education, and professional training.
According to the Mauritanian Information Agency, the projects will contribute to the country's development goals. The Minister of Economic Affairs and Development, Mouhamedou Ahmedou Mhaimid, expressed satisfaction with the level of cooperation between Mauritania and France. He praised the support provided by the French Development Agency to national development programs, which have extended to education, professional training, decentralization, food security, health, and debt relief.
The French Development Agency has been actively involved in supporting Mauritania's development initiatives. The agency's director in Nouakchott, Inias Monkam Davirat, highlighted the importance of the agreements in strengthening the partnership between France and Mauritania. The French Ambassador to Mauritania, Emmanuel Besnier, also emphasized the commitment of France to supporting Mauritania's development goals.
The projects funded by the French Development Agency are expected to have a positive impact on the lives of Mauritanians. The support to the Nouakchott Industrial Technical Teaching and Professional Training School will enhance the skills of young people, increasing their chances of employment. The civil protection project will also improve the country's response to emergencies and disasters.
The Mauritanian government has been working to strengthen its cooperation with international partners to achieve its development goals. The agreements with France are a testament to the country's efforts to diversify its partnerships and attract foreign investment. The Minister of Economic Affairs and Development expressed hope that the agreements would pave the way for future collaborations between Mauritania and France.
The implementation of the projects is expected to commence soon, with the Mauritanian government working closely with the French Development Agency. The agency will provide technical assistance and financial support to ensure the successful execution of the projects. The outcomes of the projects will be closely monitored to assess their impact on the lives of Mauritanians.
Key points
- Mauritania secures €21 million loan from France to support professional training and civil protection.
- The agreements aim to enhance the capacities of civil protection and support technical education and professional training.
- The projects are expected to have a positive impact on the lives of Mauritanians, improving their skills and safety.
