AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoECOWAS Energy Deal: West African heads of state signed an intergovernmental agreement in Freetown backing the $25bn Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline, a ~6,800–6,900 km project to move up to 30 bcm of gas a year through 13 countries, with 15 bcm aimed at Morocco and Europe; the next steps are setting up a project company in Casablanca and a governing authority in Abuja before investor mobilization and a final investment decision. Mauritania–Morocco Security Push: In Rabat, Morocco and Mauritania agreed to deepen coordination on border control, migration management, organised crime and counter-terrorism, reflecting Sahel-linked instability and the need to secure trade/transport corridors. Trade & Logistics Watch: Morocco reopened onion exports to African markets, but tomatoes and potatoes restrictions remain unclear as exporters reroute via the Rosso border crossing (Mauritania–Senegal), where congestion and ferry limits are straining freight flows. Mauritania Business Climate: IFC is reported to have invested $15m to expand Mauritania’s business tourism sector, while Mauritania also faces rising inflation tied to local commodity price surges. Connectivity: The Via Africa submarine cable system is moving forward with a consortium including Mauritania Telecom and Orange, aiming to strengthen Europe–Africa Atlantic connectivity.
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