Mauritanian president looks to entrench rule

President wants to abolish the Senate to smooth the path for a third term in office

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  • Third term prospects
  • Jemil Ould Mansour
  • Biram Ould Dah Ould Abeid
  • Ethnic tensions
  • Economic pressures
  • Outlook

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