The President of India,Droupadi Murmu, was in Mauritania on October 16, 2024 on the second leg of her State Visits to Algeria, Mauritania, and Malawi.
On her arrival at Nouakchott-Oumtounsy Airport, President Droupadi Murmu was warmly received by the President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, H.E. Mr Mohamed Ould Ghazouani and accorded a ceremonial welcome.
The Prime Minister and cabinet ministers of Mauritania were also present on the occasion.
This is the first visit by an Indian President to Mauritania. The President was accompanied by the Minister of State, Sukanata Majumdar, and Members of Parliament, Mukeshkumar Dalal and Atul Garg .
The President addressed the members of the Indian Community in Mauritania at a Reception hosted by the Ambassador of India to Mauritania.
Addressing the small but vibrant gathering of the Indian community, the President commended the Indian community for contributing significantly to the socio-economic development of Mauritania. She said that their skills, expertise and experience are also important for India’s progress.
Earlier, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Mauritanians Abroad of Mauritania, H.E. Mr Mohamed Salem Ould Merzoug called on the President in a separate engagement.
The President left for Malawi – the final leg of her three-nation visit.
