5th Anniversary of the West African Monetary Union

This stamp commemorates the 5th anniversary of the West African Monetary Union (UMOA), an organization established to promote monetary cooperation and economic integration among several West African countries sharing a common currency framework. The union was created to strengthen financial stability, facilitate trade, and encourage closer economic ties between member states.

By marking this anniversary, Mauritania recognized the significance of regional cooperation in supporting economic development and financial coordination across West Africa. The issue celebrates the progress achieved through collective monetary policies and reflects the broader goal of fostering economic growth, stability, and collaboration among the countries of the region.