Mauritius

Country Mauritius
Capital Port Louis
Continent Africa
Currency Mauritian rupee(MUR)
Languages Mauritian creole, French & English

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Although known to Arab and Malay sailors as early as the 10th century, Mauritius was first explored by the Portuguese in the 16th century and subsequently settled by the Dutch - who named it in honor of Prince Maurits van NASSAU - in the 17th century. The French assumed control in 1715, developing the island into an important naval base overseeing Indian Ocean trade, and establishing a plantation economy of sugar cane. The British captured the island in 1810, during the Napoleonic Wars. Mauritius remained a strategically important British naval base, and later an air station, playing an important role during World War II for anti-submarine and convoy operations, as well as the collection of signals intelligence. Independence from the UK was attained in 1968. A stable democracy with regular free elections and a positive human rights record, the country has attracted considerable foreign investment and has earned one of Africa's highest per capita incomes. Recent poor weather, declining sugar prices, and declining textile and apparel production, have slowed economic growth, leading to some protests over standards of living in the Creole community.

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Mauritius - Wikipedia
Mauritius - CIA World Fact Book
Mauritius - BBC
Mauritius - Timeline - BBC

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Mauritius deep in corruption scandal as Macron visits - Times of IndiaMauritius deep in corruption scandal as Macron visits  Times of India

The Mauritius miracle is losing its sheen - The EconomistThe Mauritius miracle is losing its sheen  The Economist

Mauritius becomes first African country to sign ISA's Country Partnership Framework - - NEWS ON AIRMauritius becomes first African country to sign ISA's Country Partnership Framework -  NEWS ON AIR

Taxing times: I-T department tightens scrutiny of FPIs based in Mauritius - Business StandardTaxing times: I-T department tightens scrutiny of FPIs based in Mauritius  Business Standard

The St. Regis Le Morne Resort, Mauritius to open in May 2025 following rebrand from JW Marriott - Travel Trade JournalThe St. Regis Le Morne Resort, Mauritius to open in May 2025 following rebrand from JW Marriott  Travel Trade Journal

St Regis Hotels & Resorts unveils Le Morne Resort Mauritius - BW HotelierSt Regis Hotels & Resorts unveils Le Morne Resort Mauritius  BW Hotelier

INDIAN NAVAL SHIP IMPHAL TO PARTICIPATE IN MAURITIUS NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS 2025 - PIBINDIAN NAVAL SHIP IMPHAL TO PARTICIPATE IN MAURITIUS NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS 2025  PIB

Mauritius to use floating solar panels as it aims for 60% energy from green sources by 2030. Backed by India and the International Solar Alliance, this solar push promises economic growth, job opportunities, and reduced pollution for resource-scarce islands a - LinkedInMauritius to use floating solar panels as it aims for 60% energy from green sources by 2030. Backed by India and the International Solar Alliance, this solar push promises economic growth, job opportunities, and reduced pollution for resource-scarce islands a  LinkedIn

PMs of Australia, Nepal, Mauritius call up PM Modi to condemn Pahalgam terror attack - UNITED NEWS OF INDIAPMs of Australia, Nepal, Mauritius call up PM Modi to condemn Pahalgam terror attack  UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

How the UK-Mauritius Deal on Chagos Could Reshape US Military Strategy in the Indian Ocean - Foreign Policy Research InstituteHow the UK-Mauritius Deal on Chagos Could Reshape US Military Strategy in the Indian Ocean  Foreign Policy Research Institute

The Mauritius-India Partnership and New Delhi’s Expanding Footprint in the Indian Ocean - orfonline.orgThe Mauritius-India Partnership and New Delhi’s Expanding Footprint in the Indian Ocean  orfonline.org

Air Mauritius lost $27mn, prime minister alleges theft - ch-aviationAir Mauritius lost $27mn, prime minister alleges theft  ch-aviation

TATA.ev along with its partner Allied Motors launches its Electric Vehicle portfolio in Mauritius - Tata MotorsTATA.ev along with its partner Allied Motors launches its Electric Vehicle portfolio in Mauritius  Tata Motors

RBI and Bank of Mauritius sign pact on use of local currencies for bilateral transactions - The HinduRBI and Bank of Mauritius sign pact on use of local currencies for bilateral transactions  The Hindu

India, Mauritius ink slew of pacts, upgrade def ties - Hindustan TimesIndia, Mauritius ink slew of pacts, upgrade def ties  Hindustan Times

PM Modi becomes first Indian to receive highest national award of Mauritius - - NEWS ON AIRPM Modi becomes first Indian to receive highest national award of Mauritius -  NEWS ON AIR

In Mauritius, Modi calls for ‘free, open, safe’ Indian Ocean - The HinduIn Mauritius, Modi calls for ‘free, open, safe’ Indian Ocean  The Hindu

Modi calls on Mauritian President, discusses ties - The HinduModi calls on Mauritian President, discusses ties  The Hindu

?Old ties, new priorities: On India-Mauritius ties - The Hindu?Old ties, new priorities: On India-Mauritius ties  The Hindu

France's Macron Begins 5-day Indian Ocean Tour; to Visit Madagascar Mauritius |Firstpost Africa N18G - FirstpostFrance's Macron Begins 5-day Indian Ocean Tour; to Visit Madagascar Mauritius |Firstpost Africa N18G  Firstpost

Mauritius seeks India’s technical assistance to meet rising power demands - The Economic TimesMauritius seeks India’s technical assistance to meet rising power demands  The Economic Times

India, Mauritius and a visit to deepen long-standing ties - The HinduIndia, Mauritius and a visit to deepen long-standing ties  The Hindu

India, Mauritius upgrade strategic ties with eye on China - VOA - Voice of America English NewsIndia, Mauritius upgrade strategic ties with eye on China  VOA - Voice of America English News

India–Mauritius partnership and the new maritime geopolitics - The Indian ExpressIndia–Mauritius partnership and the new maritime geopolitics  The Indian Express

Dynamic TNE hub builds talent – with private sector help - University World NewsDynamic TNE hub builds talent – with private sector help  University World News

Best Mauritian Rum Brands in India: Taste the Island Spirit - Indian RetailerBest Mauritian Rum Brands in India: Taste the Island Spirit  Indian Retailer

PM Modi embarks on pivotal Mauritius visit: Find full itinerary and key agenda of two-day visit here - MintPM Modi embarks on pivotal Mauritius visit: Find full itinerary and key agenda of two-day visit here  Mint

PM meets with the President of the Republic of Mauritius - PM IndiaPM meets with the President of the Republic of Mauritius  PM India

Modi in Mauritius: China and western Indian Ocean in focus - orfonline.orgModi in Mauritius: China and western Indian Ocean in focus  orfonline.org

PM Modi Mauritius visit highlights: Mauritius Prime Minister bestows country’s highest honour on Modi - The HinduPM Modi Mauritius visit highlights: Mauritius Prime Minister bestows country’s highest honour on Modi  The Hindu

PM and PM of Mauritius H.E Navinchandra Ramgoolam jointly inaugurate the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation in Mauritius - PM IndiaPM and PM of Mauritius H.E Navinchandra Ramgoolam jointly inaugurate the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation in Mauritius  PM India

PM Departs For State Visit To Mauritius, To Be Chief Guest At National Day - NDTVPM Departs For State Visit To Mauritius, To Be Chief Guest At National Day  NDTV

PM receives the highest Civilian Award of Mauritius at the National Day Celebrations - PM IndiaPM receives the highest Civilian Award of Mauritius at the National Day Celebrations  PM India

PM Modi embarks on state visit to Mauritius, focus on defence, trade and culture - The Economic TimesPM Modi embarks on state visit to Mauritius, focus on defence, trade and culture  The Economic Times

India, Mauritius ink 8 MoUs to bolster strategic, economic relations - DD NewsIndia, Mauritius ink 8 MoUs to bolster strategic, economic relations  DD News

Mauritius PM bestows country's highest honour on PM Modi - The Economic TimesMauritius PM bestows country's highest honour on PM Modi  The Economic Times

PM Modi to be guest of honour at Mauritius National Day celebrations, says PM Ramgoolam - The HinduPM Modi to be guest of honour at Mauritius National Day celebrations, says PM Ramgoolam  The Hindu

Sagar to Mahasagar: India upgrades Mauritius ties - Times of IndiaSagar to Mahasagar: India upgrades Mauritius ties  Times of India

Nuclear Techniques Support the Diagnosis of Osteoporosis and Sarcopenia in Mauritius's Elderly - International Atomic Energy AgencyNuclear Techniques Support the Diagnosis of Osteoporosis and Sarcopenia in Mauritius's Elderly  International Atomic Energy Agency

India signs 8 MoUs with Mauritius; to assist in new Parliament project - Business StandardIndia signs 8 MoUs with Mauritius; to assist in new Parliament project  Business Standard

Check the Complete List of Prime Ministers of Mauritius - Jagran JoshCheck the Complete List of Prime Ministers of Mauritius  Jagran Josh

India Elevates Ties With Mauritius: Is There a China Angle? - Asia SocietyIndia Elevates Ties With Mauritius: Is There a China Angle?  Asia Society

India, Mauritius decide to elevate ties to Enhanced Strategic Partnership - - NEWS ON AIRIndia, Mauritius decide to elevate ties to Enhanced Strategic Partnership -  NEWS ON AIR

Mauritius Becomes First African Country to Sign ISA’s Country Partnership Framework - Adda247Mauritius Becomes First African Country to Sign ISA’s Country Partnership Framework  Adda247

China’s FTA with Mauritius: A Strategic Mix of Trade and Diplomacy - orfonline.orgChina’s FTA with Mauritius: A Strategic Mix of Trade and Diplomacy  orfonline.org

India, Mauritius to jointly develop satellite, boost climate resilience - DD NewsIndia, Mauritius to jointly develop satellite, boost climate resilience  DD News

PM Modi hands over OCI cards to Mauritius President, First Lady - DD NewsPM Modi hands over OCI cards to Mauritius President, First Lady  DD News

India, Mauritius agree to facilitate trade settlements in local currencies - Business StandardIndia, Mauritius agree to facilitate trade settlements in local currencies  Business Standard

List of Outcomes : Visit of PM to Mauritius - PM IndiaList of Outcomes : Visit of PM to Mauritius  PM India

Press Statement by PM during the India – Mauritius Joint Press Statement - PM IndiaPress Statement by PM during the India – Mauritius Joint Press Statement  PM India

"Bihar's 'Makhana' Will Soon Be A Global Snack": PM Modi In Mauritius - NDTV"Bihar's 'Makhana' Will Soon Be A Global Snack": PM Modi In Mauritius  NDTV

PM announces Mahasagar vision with Mauritius for maritime security, trade - India TodayPM announces Mahasagar vision with Mauritius for maritime security, trade  India Today

Mauritius confers its highest honour ‘Order of the Star and Key of Indian Ocean’ on PM Modi - The HinduMauritius confers its highest honour ‘Order of the Star and Key of Indian Ocean’ on PM Modi  The Hindu

PM addresses Indian Community in Mauritius - PM IndiaPM addresses Indian Community in Mauritius  PM India

India, Mauritius strengthen defence, maritime security, and cultural ties - DD NewsIndia, Mauritius strengthen defence, maritime security, and cultural ties  DD News

Mauritius' former Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth gets bail on money-laundering charges - The HinduMauritius' former Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth gets bail on money-laundering charges  The Hindu

PM congratulates Mauritius’ Prime Minister-elect Dr Navin Ramgoolam on his election victory - PM IndiaPM congratulates Mauritius’ Prime Minister-elect Dr Navin Ramgoolam on his election victory  PM India

PM Modi to visit Mauritius as Guest of Honour for National Day celebrations - The New Indian ExpressPM Modi to visit Mauritius as Guest of Honour for National Day celebrations  The New Indian Express

PM Modi, Mauritius PM Inaugurate Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute - NDTVPM Modi, Mauritius PM Inaugurate Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute  NDTV

Mauritius Deep In Corruption Scandal - Barron'sMauritius Deep In Corruption Scandal  Barron's

PM Modi conferred with Mauritius' highest national award, dedicates it to Indian ancestors in the island - Times of IndiaPM Modi conferred with Mauritius' highest national award, dedicates it to Indian ancestors in the island  Times of India

Gujarat-Based Textile Penny Stock Under Rs 30 In Focus After Board Allocates 50,00,000 Equity Shares To Mauritius-Based Firm - DSIJGujarat-Based Textile Penny Stock Under Rs 30 In Focus After Board Allocates 50,00,000 Equity Shares To Mauritius-Based Firm  DSIJ

India and the geopolitics of Mauritius: The ‘Star and Key’ to the Indian Ocean - The Indian ExpressIndia and the geopolitics of Mauritius: The ‘Star and Key’ to the Indian Ocean  The Indian Express

PM Modi says Mauritius visit will strengthen ties, boost partnership - Business StandardPM Modi says Mauritius visit will strengthen ties, boost partnership  Business Standard

Mauritius to Thailand: 10 destinations Indians can visit visa-free or with visa-on-arrival - Business TodayMauritius to Thailand: 10 destinations Indians can visit visa-free or with visa-on-arrival  Business Today

Special Envoy for Road Safety in Mauritius, Madagascar and Eswatini to support initiatives to increase road safety - UNECESpecial Envoy for Road Safety in Mauritius, Madagascar and Eswatini to support initiatives to increase road safety  UNECE

India-Mauritius joint statement: Enhanced maritime cooperation, e-buses, police training - The Indian ExpressIndia-Mauritius joint statement: Enhanced maritime cooperation, e-buses, police training  The Indian Express

8 unique animals to spot in Mauritius - Times of India8 unique animals to spot in Mauritius  Times of India

What is 'Mahasagar' vision? New policy for Global South unveiled by PM Modi in Mauritius - Times of IndiaWhat is 'Mahasagar' vision? New policy for Global South unveiled by PM Modi in Mauritius  Times of India

Mauritius seeks India’s help to bolster energy security, accelerate transition | Today News - MintMauritius seeks India’s help to bolster energy security, accelerate transition | Today News  Mint

PM’s address at the Lunch hosted by President of Mauritius H.E. Dharambeer Gokhool - PM IndiaPM’s address at the Lunch hosted by President of Mauritius H.E. Dharambeer Gokhool  PM India

FPIs Alert: New India-Mauritius Tax Rules Explained- Check Key Details - outlookbusiness.comFPIs Alert: New India-Mauritius Tax Rules Explained- Check Key Details  outlookbusiness.com

PM Modi in Mauritius: A look back at his 1998 visit to ‘mini India’ - Times of IndiaPM Modi in Mauritius: A look back at his 1998 visit to ‘mini India’  Times of India

Special Envoy for Road Safety in Mauritius, Madagascar and Eswatini to support initiatives to increase road safety - UNECESpecial Envoy for Road Safety in Mauritius, Madagascar and Eswatini to support initiatives to increase road safety  UNECE

PM Modi to be chief guest for 2nd time at Mauritius' national day celebration - Times of IndiaPM Modi to be chief guest for 2nd time at Mauritius' national day celebration  Times of India

U.K. and Mauritius say good progress made in Chagos Islands talks - The HinduU.K. and Mauritius say good progress made in Chagos Islands talks  The Hindu

Talks over the Chagos Islands show the rising clout of Mauritius - The EconomistTalks over the Chagos Islands show the rising clout of Mauritius  The Economist

Chagos Islands: UK-Mauritius reach a historic agreement - orfonline.orgChagos Islands: UK-Mauritius reach a historic agreement  orfonline.org

Why PM Modi's Mauritius Visit Is Important And How It Has A China Link - NDTVWhy PM Modi's Mauritius Visit Is Important And How It Has A China Link  NDTV

Mauritius President confers highest civilian award on Prime Minister Narendra Modi - - NEWS ON AIRMauritius President confers highest civilian award on Prime Minister Narendra Modi -  NEWS ON AIR

PM’s address to the Indian Community in Mauritius - PM IndiaPM’s address to the Indian Community in Mauritius  PM India

India, Mauritius sign eight MoUs today: From currency to PM Modi’s ‘gift’ to PM Ramgoolam - MintIndia, Mauritius sign eight MoUs today: From currency to PM Modi’s ‘gift’ to PM Ramgoolam  Mint

Mauritius welcomes prospect of Trump examining Chagos deal - The HinduMauritius welcomes prospect of Trump examining Chagos deal  The Hindu

PM Narendra Modi to be guest of honour at Mauritius' National Day, to visit on March 11-12 - Hindustan TimesPM Narendra Modi to be guest of honour at Mauritius' National Day, to visit on March 11-12  Hindustan Times

Mauritius arrests ex-central bank governor, finance minister in embezzlement case - ReutersMauritius arrests ex-central bank governor, finance minister in embezzlement case  Reuters

Mauritius honours PM Modi with highest national award - DD NewsMauritius honours PM Modi with highest national award  DD News

This forgotten colonial town in Mauritius hides Napoleon's only naval victory (and pirates' secrets beneath turquoise waters) - Journée MondialeThis forgotten colonial town in Mauritius hides Napoleon's only naval victory (and pirates' secrets beneath turquoise waters)  Journée Mondiale

PM Modi in Mauritius Day 2 highlights: Our vision for Global South will be MAHASAGAR, says PM Modi - The HinduPM Modi in Mauritius Day 2 highlights: Our vision for Global South will be MAHASAGAR, says PM Modi  The Hindu

India Clarifies Tax Treaties with Mauritius, Cyprus, and Singapore - India BriefingIndia Clarifies Tax Treaties with Mauritius, Cyprus, and Singapore  India Briefing

INS Imphal opens decks to public on Mauritius National Day - The Indian ExpressINS Imphal opens decks to public on Mauritius National Day  The Indian Express

U.K. to restore sovereignty of Chagos islands to Mauritius - The HinduU.K. to restore sovereignty of Chagos islands to Mauritius  The Hindu

PM Modi In Mauritius For 2-Day Visit, Meets President Dharam Gokhool: 10 Points - NDTVPM Modi In Mauritius For 2-Day Visit, Meets President Dharam Gokhool: 10 Points  NDTV

India-Mauritius Partnership for Stability & Prosperity - Drishti IASIndia-Mauritius Partnership for Stability & Prosperity  Drishti IAS

Mauritius announces highest national award for PM Modi - Times of IndiaMauritius announces highest national award for PM Modi  Times of India

PM in Mauritius LIVE updates: Mauritius Prime Minister bestows country’s highest honour on Modi - The HinduPM in Mauritius LIVE updates: Mauritius Prime Minister bestows country’s highest honour on Modi  The Hindu

India to build critical infra in Mauritius: PM - Hindustan TimesIndia to build critical infra in Mauritius: PM  Hindustan Times

India Says Supports Mauritius On Issue Of Chagos Islands - NDTVIndia Says Supports Mauritius On Issue Of Chagos Islands  NDTV

Mauritius announces highest national award for PM Modi - Hindustan TimesMauritius announces highest national award for PM Modi  Hindustan Times

PM Modi Hands Over Overseas Citizen Card To Mauritius Counterpart, Wife - NDTVPM Modi Hands Over Overseas Citizen Card To Mauritius Counterpart, Wife  NDTV

India’s support for Chagos sovereignty speaks volumes - Lowy InstituteIndia’s support for Chagos sovereignty speaks volumes  Lowy Institute