Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani has affirmed that the organization of the first forum of Mauritanian diasporas marks a new stage in the partnership between the state and its citizens established abroad. The forum, which took place in Nouakchott, aims to evolve the relations between the state and its citizens abroad to a more organized and effective level.
President Ghazouani expressed his recognition to the members of the communities who attended the forum, considering their presence as a proof of their attachment to their homeland and their willingness to contribute to its development and growth. He also praised their efforts in supporting the country during the Covid-19 crisis.
The President highlighted the importance of the diaspora in the development of the country, citing the contributions of Mauritanian migrants, scholars, and intellectuals who have promoted the country's image and civilization. He emphasized that the organization of the forum is a strong national will to improve the relationship between the state and its citizens abroad.
President Ghazouani noted that since his accession to the presidency, he has made the issue of Mauritanian citizens abroad a top priority. He has instructed government services to take urgent measures to address the daily problems faced by citizens residing abroad, including the reorganization of the department in charge of foreign affairs.
The President also mentioned the creation of the "Houwiyeti" application, which has facilitated the process of obtaining civil documents for Mauritanian citizens abroad. He stressed that despite these efforts, a participatory approach is needed to find global and sustainable solutions to the problems of migrants.
The forum aims to bring together all parties concerned to contribute to the definition of public programs and policies that concern Mauritanian citizens abroad and the country as a whole. President Ghazouani has taken the necessary measures to ensure the preparation and organization of the forum.
The first edition of the forum has brought together representatives of Mauritanian communities and national competencies established abroad. The event is expected to strengthen the ties between the state and its citizens abroad and promote the country's development and growth.
Key points
- President Ghazouani emphasizes the importance of the diaspora in the development of Mauritania.
- The forum aims to evolve the relations between the state and its citizens abroad to a more organized and effective level.
- The President has taken measures to address the daily problems faced by Mauritanian citizens abroad, including the creation of the "Houwiyeti" application.
