About USMRBC
The United States–Mauritania Business Council is a bilateral, private-sector–led organization dedicated to strengthening economic, trade, and investment relations between the United States and Mauritania.
A Platform for Strategic Engagement
USMRBC serves as a platform for dialogue, facilitation, and strategic engagement between U.S. companies, Mauritanian public institutions, and private-sector stakeholders, with the objective of unlocking sustainable investment opportunities and supporting mutually beneficial commercial partnerships.
Our Mission
To promote, facilitate, and expand U.S.–Mauritania trade and investment by supporting market entry, improving investor confidence, and fostering structured public-private dialogue.
Our Vision
To become the leading reference platform for U.S. businesses engaging in Mauritania, and a trusted partner for Mauritanian institutions seeking responsible, high-impact American investment.
Core Objectives
Facilitate U.S. private-sector entry into the Mauritanian market
Promote investment-ready opportunities across priority sectors
Support policy dialogue and regulatory transparency
Strengthen business-to-business (B2B) and public-private partnerships (PPP)
Enhance institutional cooperation between Mauritanian and U.S. stakeholders
Key Activities & Services
Investment Facilitation
- Investor briefings and market intelligence
- Business matchmaking and partner identification
- Support to U.S. companies during market entry and expansion
Trade & Business Development
- Organization of business delegations and roundtables
- Promotion of Mauritanian export and sourcing opportunities
- Support to SMEs and large enterprises
Policy & Dialogue
- Public-private dialogue with Mauritanian authorities
- Policy advocacy to improve the business climate
- Coordination with U.S. and international partners
Information & Advisory
- Sectoral insights and investment notes
- Institutional engagement and stakeholder mapping
- Guidance on regulatory and operational environments
Priority Sectors
USMRBC focuses on sectors aligned with Mauritania's development priorities and U.S. private-sector interest.
Energy
Renewable energy, gas, infrastructure
Mining
Mining and extractive industries
Agribusiness
Agribusiness and food systems
Fisheries
Fisheries and blue economy
Infrastructure
Infrastructure and logistics
Digital Economy
Digital economy and innovation
Services
Services and capacity building
Governance & Structure
USMRBC is governed by an Executive Board composed of experienced professionals with backgrounds in investment, policy, and international cooperation.
Who We Serve
Our Value Proposition
Local Insight
Local insight with international standards
Direct Access
Direct access to institutional and private-sector networks
Credible Facilitation
Credible facilitation grounded in transparency and professionalism
Results-Focused
A neutral, business-oriented platform focused on results
Ready to Partner with USMRBC?
Join our network of businesses and institutions driving U.S.-Mauritania economic cooperation.