Chad and Mauritania secure roles in EITI Board of Directors

During the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) Assembly in Brussels, Chad was elected to the EITI Board of Directors for the first time. This appointment is recognized as a milestone for the country, reflecting its efforts to implement EITI standards through tripartite dialogue between the state, extractive companies, and civil society.

Mauritania also strengthened its position within the institution, with Mohamed Lemine Ould Ahmeddou being reappointed as president of the National EITI Committee within the new Board.

The Assembly also addressed global governance, adopting a new strategic work plan and electing Maria van der Hoeven as the new Chair of the Board of Directors. She succeeds Helen Clark. The meetings were held in conjunction with preparations for the 2026 EITI Global Conference.