Religious & Academic Exchange: The Rector of Djamaa El-Djazaïr met Mauritanian religious and academic figures in Nouakchott, aiming to strengthen institutional and scholarly ties. Youth & Skills: Mauritania and the Islamic Development Bank signed a €36m financing deal to boost vocational training and youth employment. Higher Education Push: The UAE announced plans for a new “University of Scientific Disciplines” in Nouakchott, targeting 1,500 students and engineering-focused programs. Culture Diplomacy: Mauritania’s Minister of Culture met Morocco’s counterpart to deepen cooperation in culture, youth exchanges, and support for the Mauritanian Institute of Arts and the Azougui site. Human Rights Education: A Mauritanian human rights commissioner took part in a Geneva meeting marking the UN Declaration on Human Rights Education and Training, highlighting the “Republican School” and public awareness efforts. Sahel Human Impact: Amnesty International reports abuses by jihadist groups driving Malians into exile, with 290,000 registered in southeastern Mauritania. Education/Health Budget Support: The EU approved €9.5m budget support for reforms in education and health under SCAPP. Prophet’s Biography Conference: Nouakchott hosted the 39th International Conference on the Prophet’s Biography, centered on managing diversity and difference. International Medical Visit: China’s PLA Navy hospital ship Auspicious Ark arrived in Nouakchott for a seven-day medical mission and cultural exchanges. Religious Dialogue Against Extremism: The Great Mosque of Algiers’ rector called for an international network to promote dialogue and curb extremism, including monitoring hate speech online.