Strengthening Ties Between Mauritania and the United Nations
On June 9, 2026, Mauritanian Foreign Minister Mohamed Salem Ould Merzouk held discussions in Nouakchott with Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations. This meeting is part of Lacroix's regional tour, which includes multiple countries in the area, and it highlights the ongoing commitment of both parties to enhance their collaborative efforts. During this engagement, Ould Merzouk emphasized the importance of fostering and expanding cooperation between Mauritania and the United Nations, addressing several key international issues of mutual concern.
Continued Dialogue and Peacekeeping Initiatives
This significant meeting in Mauritania follows Lacroix's official visit to Morocco, where he was welcomed by Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in a meeting that marked Lacroix's second official trip to the kingdom. Discussions in Morocco focused on the pivotal role that the nation plays in United Nations peacekeeping operations, particularly the contributions made by the Royal Armed Forces in various conflict zones across Africa, including the Central African Republic and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. After meeting with Bourita, Lacroix praised Morocco's exemplary contributions to UN peacekeeping efforts, expressing his appreciation for the support the country provides to peace initiatives and multilateral cooperation within the UN framework.
Lacroix's regional tour is part of a broader reform initiative launched by the UN Secretary-General, aimed at modernizing and streamlining the functions of the UN Secretariat. This includes the "UN 80" initiative, which seeks to enhance the strategic review of peacekeeping operations and the international peace and security architecture, with the ultimate goal of promoting a political approach to conflict management and sustainable solutions.
As reported by hespress.com.
