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Ahead of PM Modi's visit, India supports Mauritius on Chagos islands issue

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Mauritius, India on Saturday said it supports the island nation in its efforts to reach a mutually beneficial deal with the UK over Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean. The issue is expected to figure in Modi's talks with Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam. Modi is paying a two-day visit to Mauritius on March 11 and 12. At a media briefing, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri indicated that Mauritius and the UK have perhaps arrived at a mutually acceptable deal in Chagos. In October last year, the UK had announced its decision to hand over the sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius after more than half a century under a historic agreement. Under the deal, sealed during tenure of previous Mauritian prime minister Pravind Jugnauth, the UK would give up sovereignty over Chagos Islands but would maintain a 99-year lease over the UK-US military airbase on the largest island, Diego Garcia. However, the new Mauritius government

India, Mauritius to sign several pacts during PM Modi's two-day visit

India and Mauritius will sign several pacts providing for cooperation in the areas of capacity building, trade and to tackle cross-border financial crimes during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to the country from Tuesday. Modi is travelling to Mauritius primarily to grace the island nation's national-day celebrations as the chief guest on March 12. At a media briefing, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Saturday that the two sides will sign several agreements in the fields of capacity building, bilateral trade, tackling cross-border financial crimes and promoting small and medium enterprises. The visit will enable both sides to take stock of the bilateral ties and provide orientation to engagement in the coming months and years, he said. Describing Mauritius as a close maritime neighbour, Misri said India has been privileged to be a preferred development partner for the island nation. In the last 10 years, the relationship has deepened significantly, he said. A

Indian forces to participate in Mauritius National Day celebrations

At the invitation of the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navinchandra Ramgoolam, PM Modi will pay a State Visit to Mauritius from March 11-12 and attend the National Day celebrations

PM Narendra Modi to visit Mauritius on March 11 and 12, says MEA

President Droupadi Murmu attended the Mauritius's National Day celebrations as chief guest last year

PM Modi to attend Mauritius' National Day celebrations as guest of honour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the guest of honour at Mauritius' National Day celebrations next month, his Mauritian counterpart Navin Ramgoolam has announced, calling it a testimony of the close bilateral ties. Addressing the National Assembly on Friday, Mauritian Prime Minister Ramgoolam said it is indeed a singular privilege for our country to host such a distinguished personality despite his very tight schedule. Mauritius commemorates its National Day on March 12th every year. The day marks the anniversary of Mauritius's independence from British rule in 1968. "In the context of the celebrations of the 57th anniversary of the Independence of our country, I have great pleasure in informing the House, that following my invitation, His Excellency, Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, has kindly agreed to be the guest of honour for our National Day celebrations," Ramgoolam said. He also mentioned Modi's recent visits to Paris and the United States to highlight the Ind

Mauritius' PM Ramgoolam to visit India in next 2-3 months, says minister

Narsinghen shared details about his meetings with PM Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, stating that he had a great time meeting with the EAM

EAM Jaishankar meets Mauritius delegation on PBD sidelines

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said he jointly met the PBD delegation from Mauritius and appreciated their sentiments in celebration of their roots

India, Mauritius hold meeting on INS Sarvekshak for hydrographic survey

The meeting saw officials from both sides, including stakeholders from the Ministry of Housing and Lands, the Mauritius Hydrographic Service, and the Oceanographic Institute

INS Sarvekshak arrives in Mauritius to undertake Joint Hydrographic Survey

On its arrival on December 26, the ship was received by Anurag Srivastava, High Commissioner of India to Mauritius, Captain CG Binoop, Commandant, Mauritius National Coastguard and other dignitaries

Misri conveys India's commitment to Mauritius' progress during 3-day visit

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has conveyed to Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam India's continued commitment to progress and prosperity of Mauritius. Misri paid a three-day visit to Mauritius in the first high-level engagement between New Delhi and Port Louis after the formation of the new government in the island nation. The foreign secretary met President Dharambeer Gokhool, Prime Minister Ramgoolam, Deputy PM Paul Berenger, Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful and a number of other Mauritian leaders and officials. In his meeting with the Mauritian PM, Misri congratulated him on his electoral victory and reiterated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's invitation to him to visit India, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Ramgoolam's four-party coalition registered a landslide victory in the elections in that country last month. "Both sides discussed the entire gamut of bilateral relations and the Foreign Secretary sought guidance to further strengthen the special

Foreign secy to visit Mauritius amid PM's proposal to reopen Chagos deal

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will embark on a three-day trip to Mauritius beginning Friday against the backdrop of the new Mauritian Prime Minister proposing to reopen talks with the UK over Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean. It will be the first high-level engagement between India and Mauritius after the formation of the new government headed by Navinchandra Ramgoolam in the island nation. Misri's visit is reflective of the priority India attaches to its relation with Mauritius, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday, announcing the trip. It is understood that the issue relating to the Chagos Islands deal may figure during Misri's visit to Port Louis, the capital city of Mauritius. In October, the UK had announced its decision to hand over the sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius after more than half a century under a historic agreement. Under the deal, sealed during tenure of previous Mauritian PM Pravind Jugnauth, the UK would give up sovereignty over

How Mauritius is promoting top golf courses to attract high-end visitors

Tourism is Mauritius' main source of foreign currency. The sector was upended by Covid-19 lockdowns and travel bans, and visitor numbers are only expected to return to pre-pandemic levels this year

India crosses $1 trillion in FDI since 2000; Mauritius tops the list

India's cumulative FDI inflows have crossed $1 trillion since 2000, with Mauritius leading the pack, followed by Singapore, highlighting the country's growing appeal as a global investment hub

Indian Navy boosts ties with Mauritius in 15th annual training programme

The Indian Navy is in Mauritius for the 15th edition of the annual training program between India and Mauritius aimed at enhancing interoperability between the Indian and Mauritian Armed Forces.The Spokesperson of the Indian Navy shared the details on X. According to them, the Indian Navy Marine Commando and Diving Mobile Training Team (MTT) are in Mauritius for the 15th edition of the Special Forces and Diving Refresher Camp.The post noted that the program is 'tailor-made' to enhance interoperability between the two Armed Forces. "The MTT will train the Mauritius Police Force towards enhancing their capability to undertake Maritime Special Operations & Salvage at Sea", the post said.India has close, longstanding relations with Mauritius. Mauritius was one of the few important countries with which independent India established diplomatic relations in 1948, even before Mauritius gained independence.The leadership of the two countries enjoys a high level of trust and mutual ...

Jugnauth thanks PM Modi after UK announces to hand over Chagos Islands

Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth on Friday thanked his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi for completing our decolonisation a day after the UK government announced to hand over sovereignty of the remote Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean to the country. Jugnauth took to X to thank Modi as he wrote, Mauritius thanks the African Union @AfricanUnion, the Government of India @narendramodi and all friendly countries which have supported us in our fight for completing our decolonisation. The UK on Thursday announced a historic agreement that will see Britain hand over sovereignty of the remote Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean to Mauritius while it retains the joint UK-US military base on Diego Garcia. The British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT) status of the disputed archipelago, made up of around 60 islands, has been in contention for many years and negotiations over its future began under the previous Conservative Party government in 2022. British Prime Minister Keir Starm

Mauritius invites Indian SMEs to get duty-free export benefit under AGOA

Mauritius is inviting Indian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to set up their units in the island country to capitalise on duty-free export benefit under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), an envoy said here. This AGOA offers duty-free shipments to the US market, presenting significant opportunities for Indian businesses, he said. Replying to a question, High Commissioner of Mauritius to India Haymandoyal Dillum said, "Indian industries should make the most of the AGOA agreement with African countries and the US." Dillum, who visited Kolkata on Saturday to attend a programme of the Bharat Chamber of Commerce, encouraged the leather industry to explore value-added opportunities in Mauritius to gain a competitive edge in the US market. The West Bengal leather sector has been facing a slowdown in traditional markets like the US and Europe due to a slowdown in the economy after the COVID-19 pandemic. Leather exports from West Bengal account for approximately Rs 6,000 cr

Jaishankar inaugurates first overseas Jan Aushadi Kendra in Mauritius

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has inaugurated India's first overseas Jan Aushadi Kendra in Mauritius, testifying the "close" bilateral cooperation, especially in the key health sector. Jaishankar was in Mauritius on a two-day visit from June 16 to 17, one of the first countries he visited in his current term as External Affairs Minister. On Wednesday, he jointly inaugurated India's first overseas Jan Aushadi Kendra with Mauritian Prime Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, "testifying to the close cooperation between our countries, especially in the important sector of health," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. Jan Aushadhi Kendras have been set up to make affordable generic medicines available to all. "Delighted to inaugurate along with Prime Minister @KumarJugnauth the first overseas Jan Aushadi Kendra in Mauritius. This Aushadi Kendra is the delivery of the promise made by PM @narendramodi," Jaishankar said in a post on X. "The India-Mauritius health partnership

Jaishankar arrives in Mauritius on 2 day visit, set to meet top leadership

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday arrived here for a two-day visit for productive engagements with the leadership of Mauritius to take forward the special bilateral ties. The visit to the Indian Ocean island nation marks one of the first bilateral engagements undertaken by Jaishankar following his re-appointment in the third term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government. The visit underscores the importance of the India-Mauritius relationship and is a reflection of India's Neighbourhood First Policy', Vision SAGAR, and commitment to the Global South. He was received at the airport by Maneesh Gobin, Mauritius' Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade. Namaste Mauritius! Thank Foreign Minister @ManeeshGobin for the warm welcome, Jaishankar posted on X along with the photographs. Look forward to productive engagements to take forward this special relationship, he added. Gobin reciprocated his post and said Jaishankar's visit ...

Mauritius seeks 2% climate levy on co profits as pristine beaches wash out

The nation of 1.26 million people is experiencing more climate change-related events and needs to mobilize 300 billion rupees to meet adaptation and mitigation goals

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