Last Monday, January 19, was held at Nouakchott, a workshop for a joint review of the project portfolio funded by the group of the World Bank en Mauritania. This meeting was held under the collaboration between the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Development and the Group of World Bank.

The portfolio of Group of the World Bank en Mauritania is characterized by a balanced distribution between sectors keys, including sustainable development, energy and infrastructure, as well as human capital. According to information, the funding granted have undergone a remarkable evolution in recent times, reaching a value current total of 1.13 billion US dollars, or about 44 billion ouguiyas, divided between the sectors of human development and sustainable, mining, energy, social protection, agriculture and of breeding.

The Minister of Economic Affairs and Development, Mr. Abdellahy Souleymane Cheikh Sidya, said in his speech that this exam was an opportunity to consult on the cooperation, by taking stock of the projects implemented in the country.

According to the minister, the World Bank has accompanied Mauritania's development efforts over the last few years decades and that it is currently funding 20 projects as part of its cooperation portfolio, including 11 national projects and 9 regional projects.

The resident representative of the World Bank style="font-size:14.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: "Bookman Old Style”, serif"> en Mauritania: Mr. Ibou Diouf expressed the recognition of the group to the Government. of Mauritania for its constant commitment and the solidity of the partnership which unites both parties.