AGP Executive Report

EU–India Tech Push: EU Ambassador Jean-Eric Paquet presented credentials to India’s President Droupadi Murmu, stressing momentum across trade, defence, security, and especially research and innovation. Water Security Diplomacy: Saudi Arabia and Senegal, with the Global Water Organization, held a UNGA ministerial dialogue on water security, aiming to move from commitments to measurable action and financing. Green Hydrogen for Mauritania: Mauritania’s Ministry of Energy and Petroleum signed with CWP Global to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, now at FEED stage, targeting a final investment decision before 2030. Aviation Fuel Investment: Germany, Austria and Luxembourg launched a €2.12bn dual-auction support scheme for renewable eSAF, using competitive bidding to fund the price gap. Climate Risk for West Africa: A new model links strong El Niño to major heat mortality risk, with Mauritania in the Sahel belt and Nigeria/Sudan/Niger/Chad flagged as hardest hit. Digital Cooperation: Mauritania’s digital transformation minister met UNCTAD-linked partners to explore joining a digital economy cooperation organization. Road Connectivity: Morocco and Mauritania signed an agreement to rehabilitate and widen the Nouakchott–Dakhla link via Km 55, boosting transport and trade. Emergency Medicine Training: Nouakchott hosted the first scientific day on emergency medicine, focused on building faster, better-equipped response teams. Health Tech on the Ground: China’s PLA Navy hospital ship delivered Mauritania’s first baby onboard during its visit, highlighting medical capacity support.

Mauritania Digital Push: The Minister of Digital Transformation met the Digital Cooperation Organization’s cabinet director in Geneva, discussing Mauritania’s digital-economy plans and possible membership to boost tech-led growth and inclusion. Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed a framework agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, targeting about 1.2m tons of green hydrogen and 6.6m tons of green ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Emergency Medicine Training: Nouakchott hosted Mauritania’s first scientific day on emergency medicine, focused on building qualified pre-hospital and hospital response teams and practical sessions for emergency workers. Green Ammonia Partnership: GreenGo Energy and Shuangliang signed an MoU to develop megaton green ammonia projects in Mauritania and Namibia, moving toward bankable feasibility and FEED work. Health Tech on the Ground: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship, Auspicious Ark, delivered Mauritania’s first baby onboard during its Mission Harmony-2026 visit, highlighting mobile medical capacity. Regional Connectivity: Morocco and Mauritania agreed to rehabilitate and widen the Nouakchott–Nouadhibou road link via Kilometer Point 55 to strengthen trade corridors.

Green Hydrogen Deal for Mauritania: Mauritania and CWP Global signed a framework agreement for the Aman green hydrogen project, aiming for about 1.2 million tons of green hydrogen and 6.6 million tons of green ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Digital Policy Push: Mauritania’s Minister of Digital Transformation met UNCTAD-linked partners in Geneva and discussed joining the Digital Cooperation Organization to speed up the digital economy through international collaboration. Emergency Care Training: Nouakchott hosted the first scientific day on emergency medicine, focused on building faster, better-equipped emergency response teams and practical training for medical workers. Health Tech & Access: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship, Auspicious Ark, delivered Mauritania’s first baby born on board during its visit, highlighting mobile medical capacity. Regional Tech & Infrastructure: Morocco and Mauritania signed an agreement to rehabilitate and widen the Nouakchott–Nouadhibou road link via Kilometer Point 55, targeting smoother trade and transport. Energy Industry Partnerships: GreenGo Energy and Shuangliang signed an MOU to advance megaton green ammonia projects in Mauritania and Namibia toward bankable feasibility studies. Global Tech Finance Watch: Uganda’s public debt jumped over the past year as domestic borrowing rose, with Fitch warning about debt-to-GDP and interest burdens.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed a framework agreement for the Aman green hydrogen project, targeting about 1.2 million tons of green hydrogen and 6.6 million tons of green ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Digital Policy & Capacity: Mauritania’s Minister of Digital Transformation met the Digital Cooperation Organization’s leadership in Geneva, discussing possible membership and how technology can drive growth and inclusion. Emergency Medicine Training: Nouakchott hosted the first scientific day on emergency medicine, organized by SAMI, to strengthen rapid-response skills and coordination for pre-hospital and hospital care. Health Tech in Practice: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship, Auspicious Ark, delivered Mauritania’s first baby born on board during its Mission Harmony-2026 visit, highlighting mobile medical capability. Regional Connectivity: Morocco and Mauritania agreed to rehabilitate and widen the Nouakchott–Nouadhibou road link via Kilometer Point 55, aiming to boost trade corridors. Food & Trade Signals: Nigeria’s fish import bill fell 14.8% in Q2’26, with Mauritania supplying jack and horse mackerel in that quarter. US Mobility Rules: The US published Exchange Visitor Skills Lists affecting African countries including Mauritania, where some exchange visitors may face a two-year home-country requirement before certain US immigration benefits.

Green Hydrogen & Ammonia: Mauritania’s Aman green hydrogen project moves forward as Mauritania and CWP Global sign a comprehensive agreement, targeting about 1.2m tons of green hydrogen and 6.6m tons of green ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Power-to-X Deal: GreenGo Energy and Jiangsu Shuangliang sign an MoU to develop large-scale green ammonia projects in Mauritania and Namibia, aiming to reach bankable feasibility and FEED. Digital Economy: The UAE tops the Arab Digital Economy Index 2026, with Mauritania among the delegations at Seamless Middle East in Dubai, highlighting regional momentum in fintech, identity, logistics and digital commerce. Road Connectivity: Morocco and Mauritania sign an agreement to rehabilitate and widen the Nouakchott–Dakhla link via Kilometer Point 55, aiming to strengthen trade corridors. Emergency Medicine Training: Nouakchott hosts the first scientific day on emergency medicine, focused on building qualified pre-hospital and hospital response capacity. Public Health Data: Africa CDC advances a harmonised continental framework for Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management, with Mauritania among participating countries. Health on the Ground: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship delivers Mauritania’s first baby born onboard during Mission Harmony-2026. Regional Security Talk: China’s defense chief meets Mauritania and others at the Xiangshan Forum, calling for deeper security cooperation. US Immigration Rules: The US publishes Exchange Visitor Skills Lists affecting Mauritania, with some nationals facing a two-year home-country requirement for certain benefits. Western Sahara Tech & Ecology: A University of Porto project revisits the Berm’s political and ecological risks, including biodiversity restoration challenges along the militarised barrier.

Digital Economy & Policy: The UAE topped the Arab Digital Economy Index 2026 as Seamless Middle East opened in Dubai, with Mauritania among the participating delegations. Transport Infrastructure: Morocco and Mauritania signed an agreement to rehabilitate and widen the Nouakchott–Dakhla road link via Kilometer Point 55, aiming to boost trade and connectivity. Emergency Care in Mauritania: A scientific day on emergency medicine was held in Nouakchott, focused on building faster, better-equipped pre-hospital and hospital response teams. Digital Cooperation: Mauritania’s Minister of Digital Transformation met the Digital Cooperation Organization’s leadership in Geneva, discussing possible membership and plans to strengthen the digital economy through international collaboration. Green Energy (Hydrogen): Mauritania and CWP Global signed a framework agreement for the Aman green hydrogen project, targeting about 1.2m tons of hydrogen and 6.6m tons of ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Health & Innovation: A Chinese naval hospital ship, Auspicious Ark, delivered the first baby onboard during its Mauritania visit, highlighting medical capacity during “Mission Harmony-2026.” Higher Education Skills: The UAE announced a new University of Scientific Disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), with engineering and oil & gas-focused programs for up to 1,500 students. Public Health Intelligence: Africa CDC advanced a harmonised continental framework for Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management, including a digital and data architecture and an implementation roadmap involving Mauritania.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed an agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, setting the framework for later phases; the project targets about 1.2 million tons of green hydrogen and 6.6 million tons of green ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Emergency Care Training: Nouakchott hosted the first scientific day on emergency medicine, aiming to build faster, better-equipped response teams through practical sessions for emergency workers. Digital Cooperation: Mauritania’s digital transformation minister met UNCTAD-linked partners in Geneva to discuss strengthening the digital economy and possible participation in an international digital cooperation organization. Health Security Data: Africa CDC moved to harmonise a continental approach to Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management, bringing Mauritania and other countries into a shared digital and data roadmap. Education & Skills: The UAE announced plans to build a new university for scientific disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), with engineering and oil-and-gas related programs for up to 1,500 students. Global Policy Watch: The US published Exchange Visitor Skills Lists affecting multiple African countries, including Mauritania, where certain skills may trigger a two-year home-country requirement. Humanitarian Health: MSF-supported free surgeries in Nigeria are giving children with noma a chance to recover, highlighting how neglected diseases still surge where poverty and malnutrition hit hardest.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed a comprehensive agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, moving it into next phases after front-end engineering and design, with targets of about 1.2m tons of green hydrogen and 6.6m tons of green ammonia annually and a final investment decision expected before 2030. Emergency Medicine Training: Nouakchott hosted the first scientific day on emergency medicine, backed by SAMI and partners, aiming to build faster, better-equipped emergency response teams through practical sessions and stronger pre-hospital and hospital coordination. Digital Cooperation: Mauritania’s digital transformation minister met UNCTAD-linked officials to discuss boosting the digital economy and possible membership in an international digital cooperation organization focused on inclusion and fair access. Health Info Systems: Africa CDC is pushing a harmonised Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework, with Mauritania among participating countries, to reduce fragmented public health information and improve decision-making. Higher Education Push: The UAE announced a new university for scientific disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), with engineering and energy-related programs aimed at building local technical capacity. Regional Security Talks: China’s defense chief met Mauritania and others at the Xiangshan Forum, calling for deeper security cooperation as global peace and stability concerns rise. Atlantic Media Assembly: FAAPA’s 8th general assembly opens in Salé, with a theme on using African news agencies to promote health sovereignty. Tech & Services: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple Arcade and Apple TV, potentially boosting digital services access across Africa.

FAAPA Media Assembly: Mauritania’s MNA is a founding member of the 8th Atlantic Federation of African News Agencies (FAAPA) General Assembly in Salé, Morocco, focused on “health sovereignty,” with panels on how media can manage health crises. Emergency Care Training: Nouakchott hosted the first Scientific Day on Emergency Medicine, organized by SAMI, with practical sessions for emergency workers and emphasis on fast pre-hospital and hospital response. Digital Economy Diplomacy: Mauritania’s Digital Transformation minister met UNCTAD-linked partners in Geneva to discuss joining the Digital Cooperation Organization and boosting Mauritania’s digital economy. Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed an agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, targeting about 1.2m tons of hydrogen and 6.6m tons of ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Critical Minerals Cooperation: Mauritania and the US signed a framework to strengthen critical minerals and rare earth supply chains, including extraction and processing and technical expertise exchange. Health on the High Seas: A Chinese PLA Navy hospital ship, Auspicious Ark, delivered the first baby born onboard during its visit to Mauritania. Higher Education Skills Push: The UAE announced a new University of Scientific Disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine) for engineering and energy-related fields, aiming to train up to 1,500 students. Public Health Intelligence: Africa CDC and AU states advanced a harmonised Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework, with Mauritania among participating countries.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed an agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, setting the framework for next phases; the project targets about 1.2m tons of green hydrogen and 6.6m tons of green ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Medical Tech & Cooperation: China’s PLA Navy hospital ship Auspicious Ark delivered Mauritania’s first baby onboard during its seven-day visit, highlighting onboard surgical capacity and rapid response to an urgent birth case. Higher Education & Skills: The UAE announced it will build a new University of Scientific Disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), with engineering and energy-related programs aimed at boosting Mauritania’s technical workforce. Public Health Data Systems: Africa CDC and AU member states advanced a harmonised Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework, including a digital and data architecture and a roadmap for implementation, with Mauritania among participating countries. Sahel Security & Digital Warfare: Reports say Ukrainian drone specialists are being deployed in parts of Africa, including Mali, coordinating remotely via internet links—raising new questions for regional security. Regional Science Diplomacy: The Rector of the Great Mosque of Algiers called from Nouakchott for an international network of religious and scientific institutions, plus a joint scientific platform to monitor hate speech in digital spaces.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed an agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, setting the financial and development framework for next phases; the project targets about 1.2M tons of green hydrogen and 6.6M tons of green ammonia annually, with a final investment decision expected before 2030. Critical Minerals Cooperation: Mauritania and the US also signed a framework agreement to strengthen supply chains for critical minerals and rare earths, aiming to boost extraction, processing, and technical exchange. Public Health Tech: Africa CDC and AU member states moved to harmonise a Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework, including a digital/data architecture and roadmap, with Mauritania among participating countries. Education & Skills: The UAE announced it will build a University of Scientific Disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine) for engineering and oil & gas-related fields, targeting 1,500 students. Security & Tech Diplomacy: China’s defense chief urged joint security efforts at the Xiangshan Forum, meeting Mauritania’s defense officials as Beijing expands military ties across Africa. Humanitarian Pressure: Amnesty reports continued displacement of Malians into Mauritania, linked to groups including JNIM/GSIM and ISSP.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed a comprehensive agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, moving it into front-end engineering and design with a final investment decision expected before 2030; the plan targets about 1.2 million tons of green hydrogen and 6.6 million tons of green ammonia yearly, aiming to power fertiliser and low-emission fuels and spur related industries like green steel. Higher-Education Skills Push: The UAE announced it will continue building a University of Scientific Disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), with engineering and energy-focused programs (including oil and gas) for up to 1,500 students. Public Health Tech for Africa: Africa CDC and AU member states advanced a harmonised Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework, with Mauritania among participating countries, to better connect community signals and data for faster health decisions. Security Cooperation: China’s defence minister met Mauritania and others at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum, calling for joint efforts to tackle shared security challenges. Critical Minerals Partnership: Mauritania and the US signed a framework cooperation agreement to strengthen critical minerals and rare earth supply chains, including extraction and processing support. Sports Medicine in the Region: A fifth Arab Military Seminar on Sports Medicine convened in Doha with Mauritania among participating delegations, focusing on fitness and military medical cooperation.

Green Hydrogen Deal: Mauritania and CWP Global signed a comprehensive agreement to advance the Aman green hydrogen project, moving it from front-end engineering toward a final investment decision before 2030, targeting about 1.2M tons of green hydrogen and 6.6M tons of green ammonia annually. Public Health Tech: Africa CDC and AU member states advanced a harmonised Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework, with Mauritania among participating countries, aiming to connect social signals and community feedback to better health decisions. Higher Education & Skills: The UAE announced plans to build a University of Scientific Disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), with engineering and oil & gas-related programs for up to 1,500 students. Critical Minerals Cooperation: Mauritania and the US signed a framework to strengthen critical minerals and rare earth supply chains, including extraction and processing support. Space & Environment: NASA imagery highlighted a massive West Africa dust plume over Mali drifting toward the Atlantic, tied to haboob-style storm activity. Tech Culture & Access: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple Arcade and Apple TV (with some major exclusions). Immigration Data: The US DHS published deportation lists including 12 Mauritanians, as enforcement intensifies.

Mauritania’s Tech & Skills Push: The UAE announced it will build a new University of Scientific Disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), targeting 1,500 students and focusing on fields like information engineering, electrical/mechanical/civil engineering, metallurgical engineering, and oil & gas—aimed at boosting local technical talent. Public Health Data for Action: Africa CDC and AU member states advanced a harmonised Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework, with Mauritania among participating countries, to better connect community signals, social listening, and health program data for faster decisions. Critical Minerals Cooperation: Mauritania and the US signed a framework agreement to strengthen supply chains for critical minerals and rare earths, including extraction, processing, and technical expertise exchange. Regional Security Tech Diplomacy: China’s defense chief urged joint security cooperation at the Xiangshan Forum, meeting officials including Mauritania’s delegation. Digital Extremism Countermeasures: The Rector of the Great Mosque of Algiers called in Nouakchott for an international network of religious and scientific institutions, including a joint scientific platform to monitor hate speech and extremism online. Science in the Region: A NASA image highlighted a massive West Africa dust plume over Mali drifting toward the Atlantic, underscoring ongoing environmental monitoring needs.

Mauritania Education & Skills: The UAE says it will keep building a new University of Scientific Disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), targeting 1,500 students and engineering-focused majors to feed the local labour market. Public Health Intelligence: Africa CDC and AU member states are moving to harmonise a Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework, with Mauritania among participating countries, aiming to reduce fragmented health information and improve decision-making. Digital & Research Capacity: A Mauritania-linked call from the Rector of the Great Mosque of Algiers urges an international network of religious and scientific institutions, plus a joint platform to monitor hate speech and extremism online. Critical Minerals Cooperation: Mauritania and the US signed a framework deal to strengthen critical minerals and rare earth supply chains, including extraction, processing, and technical expertise exchange. Security Diplomacy: China’s defense minister urged joint action on shared security challenges at the Xiangshan Forum, meeting officials including Mauritania’s delegation. Space & Environment: NASA imagery highlighted a massive West African dust plume over Mali drifting toward the Atlantic, a reminder of how regional conditions can shape air quality and visibility. Science Buzz (Global): An independent researcher claims the Great Pyramid’s dimensions encode astronomical and mathematical knowledge, though the work has not been peer reviewed.

Security Diplomacy: China’s defense minister Dong Jun urged joint efforts on global security as the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum wrapped up, meeting officials including Mauritania’s delegation and calling for a fairer international security order. Higher Education & Skills: The UAE announced it will keep building a new University of Scientific Disciplines in Nouakchott (Toujounine), targeting 1,500 students and disciplines from information engineering to oil and gas. Public Health Intelligence: Africa CDC and AU member states advanced a harmonised Behavioural Intelligence and Infodemic Management framework, with Mauritania among participants, aiming to reduce fragmented health information and improve decision-making. Critical Minerals: Mauritania and the USA signed a framework cooperation deal to strengthen critical minerals and rare earth supply chains, including extraction, processing, and technical expertise exchange. Regional Displacement: Amnesty International reported that Mali’s armed groups have driven large-scale displacement into Mauritania, citing UNHCR registration of 290,000 Malian refugees in Hodh Ech-Chargui. Science & Space (Global): NASA shared a massive West Africa dust plume image over Mali drifting toward the Atlantic, highlighting the region’s dust season dynamics.