The Mauritanian Diaspora Union has hailed the first-ever diaspora forum as a historic step in enhancing the standing of Mauritanian communities abroad and involving them in shaping the country's future. In a statement read by its president, Mokhtar Khalifa, the union expressed gratitude to President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani for his initiative and generous sponsorship of the event, which drew participants from all five continents.
The union praised President Ghazouani's personal interest in the forum and his directives to the government and foreign ministry to improve preparations and organization. This allowed Mauritanians living abroad to voice their concerns and contribute to finding solutions. The union also commended the president's address at the forum's opening, which emphasized the importance of diaspora communities as a national treasure.
According to the union, the president's speech was "valuable" and his presence was a source of joy for participants. The union highlighted the president's assertion that diaspora communities are a precious national asset, much like gold reserves that should not be squandered. This sentiment resonated with the union, which sees the diaspora as a vital component of Mauritania's development.
The union welcomed the seven recommendations that emerged from the forum, expressing deep gratitude to President Ghazouani for his commitment to implementing them. The union views these recommendations as a crucial step in strengthening ties between the homeland and its citizens abroad, promoting continuous communication, and serving national interests.
The Mauritanian Diaspora Union reaffirmed its readiness to contribute to follow-up efforts and enhance partnership, with the aim of promoting Mauritania's well-being, unity, and prosperity. The union's president, Mokhtar Khalifa, made these remarks during a press conference at the union's headquarters in Nouakchott.
The forum, which brought together participants from around the world, provided a platform for Mauritanians living abroad to engage with their homeland and contribute to its development. The union's statement reflects the significance of this event and its potential to foster greater collaboration between the diaspora and the Mauritanian government.
The Mauritanian government's efforts to engage with its diaspora and involve them in nation-building initiatives have been widely praised. The union's endorsement of the president's initiative underscores the importance of continued collaboration and dialogue between the government and its citizens abroad.
Key points
- The Mauritanian Diaspora Union has praised President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani's initiative to engage the diaspora in nation-building.
- The union welcomed the seven recommendations that emerged from the forum.
- The union reaffirmed its readiness to contribute to follow-up efforts and enhance partnership with the government.
