Gas & Infrastructure Finance: Nigeria’s NNPC says it committed N473.8bn to gas projects in 2025, including the Nigeria–Morocco Gas Pipeline, with funding routed through its NGIC unit and covering cash calls, equity injection for Anoh Gas Processing, and the AKK pipeline; the report also flags N25.7bn in outstanding interest and N14.4bn undrawn. Trade & Logistics: OBT is expanding into Mauritania to meet rising demand for shipping and project logistics, offering services from customs clearance and heavy-lift to warehousing and last-mile delivery for Nouakchott and Nouadhibou. Public Finance & Ratings: Mauritania’s budget minister met Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s to discuss the economic outlook, public finance reforms, and debt sustainability—aimed at strengthening credibility with investors. Regional Business Links: The Mauritanian Chamber of Commerce signed a trade-boosting agreement with Senegal’s counterpart, with a follow-up business visit planned. Western Sahara Diplomacy: UN reporting says talks under Resolution 2797 are moving toward transitional modalities, with Morocco’s autonomy plan the negotiation basis. Travel Rules: The US expanded a visa-bond programme to 50 countries; Mauritania is listed among affected nations, while Mauritania’s citizens should check requirements before travel.