The Mauritanian–Algerian Business Council held its 11th session in the Mauritanian capital on Wednesday, as officials from both countries reaffirmed commitments to deepen trade, investment and private-sector cooperation.
The meeting brought together business leaders and representatives from Mauritania and Algeria, focusing on expanding economic links between the two neighbouring states.
Opening the session, the Mauritanian co-chair of the council, Mohamed Lefdhel Ould Bettah, welcomed the Algerian delegation and praised what he described as “excellent relations” between the two countries.
He highlighted growing cooperation in the private sector, saying it remained a key driver of bilateral engagement.
On the Algerian side, council chairman Youssef El Ghazi expressed appreciation for the reception and called for further strengthening of economic ties.
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He said both countries should build on existing progress to ensure sustainable cooperation that serves mutual interests.
During the meeting, participants reviewed the implementation of decisions taken at the previous session and assessed progress achieved so far.
Officials expressed satisfaction with the level of execution of earlier agreements, noting that they had contributed to increased economic, commercial and financial activity between the two countries.
The council said continued follow-up on agreed measures would be essential to maintaining momentum in bilateral cooperation.
The session also concluded with the election of Sidi Othman Ould Cheikh Maa El-Ainin, director general of the Arab General Services Company, as secretary-general of the Mauritanian–Algerian Business Council.
Participants said the appointment was expected to strengthen coordination and support the council’s operational work in advancing private-sector partnerships.
Mauritania and Algeria have in recent years sought to expand cooperation in areas including energy, transport, agriculture and cross-border trade, as both countries look to diversify their economies and strengthen regional integration in North and West Africa.
Analysts say business councils such as this one play an important role in facilitating private-sector dialogue in regions where formal trade flows remain below potential due to infrastructure gaps and regulatory barriers.
The latest session comes amid broader efforts across the Maghreb to deepen economic collaboration, even as regional political differences continue to shape the pace of integration.
