An International Olive Council (IOC) delegation led by Abdellatif Ghedira visited Mauritania in February 2021 to discuss the promotion of local extra virgin olive oil production and quality control with the country's agricultural sector officials. The visit was a result of a strategic cooperation agreement between the IOC and the Mauritanian government, aiming to develop olive cultivation, boost olive oil production, increase consumption, and ensure quality control in line with IOC standards. The talks also explored technical collaboration and the selection of olive varieties best suited to Mauritania's conditions.