On Thursday, September 25, an unprecedented framework agreement for cooperation was signed on the Dune reception area between the Syndicat Mixte de la Grande Dune du Pilat, SEPANSO Aquitaine (Société pour l'étude, la protection et l'aménagement de la nature dans le Sud-Ouest), the association Les Deux Arguins and the Parc National du Banc d'Arguin in Mauritania.
As a reminder, there is the Banc d'Arguin off the coast of Mauritania. It is a protected area of 12,000 km², including 180 km of coastline. Sharing a common history and heritage, the two Bancs d'Arguin are symbolically joining forces through the signing of this agreement.
Four main areas structure this cooperation:
- Improving scientific knowledge of the natural, cultural and archaeological heritage of the two territories.
- Strengthening skills and exchanges in conservation and environmental education.
- Sustainable development and responsible management of ecotourism, by sharing experiences and good governance practices between Mauritania and France.
- The consolidation of socio-cultural exchanges, with attention paid to common environmental issues and the mobilization of local actors.
A joint Steering Committee will define the priorities for collective action each year.
