AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoU.S. Trade Pressure on Mauritania: Washington is considering a 12.5% tariff on imports from Mauritania (along with Algeria, Angola, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, Nigeria and South Africa) after forced-labour compliance concerns, adding fresh risk for exporters. Nuclear Investment in Mauritania: Aura Energy says it’s negotiating with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation for up to $170m to back its Tiris uranium project, aiming for a final investment decision by end-2026. Electricity Access Tracking: The AfDB launched a public Mission 300 Progress Tracker (MapAfrica) to monitor projects adding power to 300m people by 2030, with Mauritania listed among priority countries. Energy Cooperation: Egypt and Mauritania discussed deeper healthcare ties, including medical training and pharmaceutical collaboration. Regional Business & Transport: Air Sénégal restarted revenue service for one ATR72-600 on domestic and regional routes, signaling a push to stabilize connectivity. Migration Watch (Atlantic Route): New rescues off Mauritania highlight intensifying irregular migration flows, with hundreds of people intercepted in days. West Africa Anti-IUU Fishing: Regional efforts under the Dakar Declaration stepped up patrols and cooperation to curb illegal fishing losses.
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