Ghazouani: Corruption and debts have declined in Mauritania.. The constitution is a red line and the 2029 elections are not a priority

Nouakchott– The Mauritanian president singled outMuhammad Ould Al-GhazwaniThe media held a press conference during which he discussed the most prominent political, economic, security and development issues, stressing that his government had achieved positive indicators in combating corruption and improving the financial situation, in addition to adhering to the constitution and promoting security and development.

Ould Al-Ghazouani confirmed thatPercentage of compromise dealsRegressed from27% in 2019 to 4.6% by the end of 2025Its share of the total funds allocated to transactions decreased from34% to 13.5%, indicating the referral of more than10 files linked to corruptionTo the judiciary during the past year, it included about100 people, bid farewell20 of them are in prison Under investigation.Regarding the economic aspect, the President explained that

Public debtsIt decreased from about91% in 2019 to about 40% currently, whileBudget deficitto less than1%He considered that these indicators reflect an improvement in the performance of the national economy and the management of public finances.Ould Ghazouani stressed that

Fighting corruption is a collective responsibilityStressing that corruption is not limited to financial and administrative aspects, but also includes moral, social and political dimensions.Regarding what is known as the “Symbols Law,” the President said that he does not prefer this name, considering that the law should have a name that reflects its true goal in

Protecting the nation, the republic, and state institutions, not protecting people or the government. He also affirmed his support for freedom of expression, stressing the need to distinguish betweenResponsible criticismDefamatory and incitement speeches.And about the controversy related to the elections

2029Ould Ghazouani explained that the discussion about it began since he assumed the presidency, describing it as “confusion,” stressing that his focus is currently on implementing his electoral program, and thatHe will not take any step that violates the Constitution .On the development side, the President denied that it wasWest Bank states

marginalized, pointing out that it has benefited from regional investments and programs worth billions of ouguiya, especially in the fields of agriculture and irrigation, because of the importance it represents in strengtheningFood security.As for the security and regional levels, he stressed thatSahel countries

It faces common security challenges that require regional cooperation, noting that Mauritania continues to develop its defense and security capabilities, while maintaining good relations with neighboring countries, especiallyMali, which he said was going through exceptional circumstances. He also pointed out that Mauritania hosted more than120 thousand refugeesIn Ambra camp.The President concluded by emphasizing thatIt does not distinguish between near and far when it comes to the public interest or law enforcement

He stressed that state institutions will continue to play their role in combating corruption and consolidating the principles of governance and transparency.Source: “My press”

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