General government revenue in % of GDP

22.0 (%) in 2021

In 2021, general government revenue (% of GDP) for Mauritania was 22 %. Though Mauritania general government revenue (% of GDP) fluctuated substantially in recent years, it tended to increase through 2002 - 2021 period ending at 22 % in 2021.

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Revenue consists of taxes, social contributions, grants receivable, and other revenue. Revenue increases government's net worth, which is the difference between its assets and liabilities (GFSM 2001, paragraph 4.20). Note: Transactions that merely change the composition of the balance sheet do not change the net worth position, for example, proceeds from sales of non-financial and financial assets or incurrence of liabilities.

Date Value Change, %
2021 22.0 4.87%
2020 20.9 4.55%
2019 20.0 -9.80%
2018 22.2 6.66%
2017 20.8 -0.66%
2016 21.0 -9.68%
2015 23.2 9.21%
2014 21.3 9.30%
2013 19.4 -16.21%
2012 23.2 35.64%
2011 17.1 1.42%
2010 16.9