Mauritania

  Describe: (i) the political situation in the country; (ii) any upcoming elections; (iii) performance of political leadership in polls; (iv) any situations/cases of civil unrest; (iv) any trends of economic growth or decline, including in specific economic sectors, and consequences for the country’s economy; and (v) any other relevant information on the political and economic context.]     How does this country define its foreign policy? Which areas or subjects is it likely to raise internationally? Why is this the case?   Describe the bilateral relations between the UAE and the country. (i) diplomatic representation (ii) trends in economic and political relations, (iii) what issues the country is likely to raise in a high-level bilateral meeting with the UAE Foreign Minister?