IMF Staff Country Reports

Islamic Republic of Mauritania: Second Reviews Under the Arrangements Under the Extended Credit Facility and the Extended Fund Facility, Requests for Modification of Performance Criteria and a Waiver of Nonobservance of Performance Criterion, and First Review Under the Arrangement Under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility-Press Release; and Staff Report

Publication Date:

June 28, 2024

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

Economic performance in 2023 has been broadly positive, with decreasing inflation and a narrowing current account deficit, although real GDP growth slowed somewhat. Still, challenges related to infrastructure, governance, vulnerability to economic shocks, and limited economic diversification constrain Mauritania’s economic development. While the political situation appears stable, security risks persist, especially in the Sahel region. Additionally, frequent and severe climate-related disasters create large adaptation needs, though opportunities for boosting clean energy exist.

Series:

Country Report No. 2024/194

Subject:

Budget planning and preparation Credit Expenditure External debt Fiscal law Fiscal policy Fiscal stance Foreign exchange Money Public debt Public financial management (PFM) Revenue administration

Frequency:

regular