Energy & Oil Exploration: Murphy Oil and London-listed Chariot have applied for offshore exploration acreage in Mauritania, with the government discussing possible new exploration & production contracts after recent industry exits. Inflation & Food Prices: Mauritania’s local commodity prices rose sharply in June, pushing overall consumer prices up 9.2% year-on-year, with fish (+64.1%) and red meat (+27.6%) driving the pressure. Hospitality & Business Tourism: IFC committed up to $15m to expand Grands Hôtels de Mauritanie’s Sheraton Nouakchott Hotel, aiming to boost business travel, jobs, and local supplier linkages. Power & Fuel Security: Nouakchott’s energy upgrades are accelerating, with a 72MW power plant expansion and 100,000m³ fuel storage growth targeted for completion before end-2026. Agribusiness & Local Dairy: SIG is expanding Enazaha’s aseptic dairy production in Mauritania with a third filling line, supporting growth and reducing reliance on imports. Regional Trade Logistics: Morocco reopened onion exports to African markets, while tomatoes and potatoes remain restricted; the Rosso border corridor between Mauritania and Senegal is highlighted as a key route facing congestion. Diplomacy & Cooperation: Vietnam and Mauritania reaffirmed plans to deepen economic and sector cooperation, including mining, telecoms, and oil & gas. Health Investment: An OIC forum in Nouakchott focused on strengthening healthcare financing and regional value chains for medicines and medical devices.