APIM at the Mauritania–France Business Forum
Today, 26 November 2025 in Nouakchott, the Investment Promotion Agency of Mauritania (APIM) co-organized the Mauritania–France Business Forum, in partnership with Bpifrance, Business France, MEDEF and the CCEEF, on the sidelines of the visit of Mr. Nicolas Forissier, French Minister Delegate for Foreign Trade and Attractiveness. The event brought together over 200 economic actors, including around twenty French companies exploring investment opportunities in Mauritania.
The opening session featured remarks by Mr. Nicolas Forissier; Mr. Mohamed Ould Khaled, Minister of Energy and Petroleum, representing the Minister of Economic Affairs and Development; Mr. Gérald Petit of Business France; and Dr. Tah Ahmed Meouloud, Director General of APIM.
The speakers highlighted the importance of a structured economic partnership and the shared commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation.
In this context, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between APIM and Business France, establishing a foundation for enhanced cooperation in capacity building, data sharing, and investment promotion.
B2B meetings then facilitated exchanges between Mauritanian and French economic operators. APIM also showcased investment opportunities and the services offered to investors through a dedicated stand.












































