Mauritius

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

Port Louis

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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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Once on top, Mauritius no longer key source of non-resident MF investments - CafemutualOnce on top, Mauritius no longer key source of non-resident MF investments  Cafemutual

Modi-Mauritius PM meet likely in Kashi on Sept 11 - The Times of IndiaModi-Mauritius PM meet likely in Kashi on Sept 11  The Times of India

Mauritius-based FII raises stake in small-cap stock under ?50. Stock edges higher - MintMauritius-based FII raises stake in small-cap stock under ?50. Stock edges higher  Mint

Once on top, Mauritius no longer key source of non-resident MF investments - Business StandardOnce on top, Mauritius no longer key source of non-resident MF investments  Business Standard

Vishal Fabrics Share Price Jumps 4% As Mauritius FII Boosts Stake To 6.89% - SamcoVishal Fabrics Share Price Jumps 4% As Mauritius FII Boosts Stake To 6.89%  Samco

Adityanath to review preparation for Modi-Mauritius PM meet on Sep 11 - thestatesman.comAdityanath to review preparation for Modi-Mauritius PM meet on Sep 11  thestatesman.com

Tee Times - AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open 2025 - europeantour.comTee Times - AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open 2025  europeantour.com

Qatar Airways tipped top bidder for Air Mauritius stake - ch-aviationQatar Airways tipped top bidder for Air Mauritius stake  ch-aviation

Mauritius Clean Energy Week 2025 Concludes with a Grand Celebration of Clean Energy Leadership and Innovation - SolarQuarterMauritius Clean Energy Week 2025 Concludes with a Grand Celebration of Clean Energy Leadership and Innovation  SolarQuarter

OPERATIONALLY DEPLOYED INS TEG ARRIVES AT PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS - PIBOPERATIONALLY DEPLOYED INS TEG ARRIVES AT PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS  PIB

Mauritius-Based Elysian Wealth Fund Raises Stake In This Textile Stock To 6.89%; Do You Own? - GoodreturnsMauritius-Based Elysian Wealth Fund Raises Stake In This Textile Stock To 6.89%; Do You Own?  Goodreturns

UK signs deal to hand over Chagos Islands to Mauritius, India welcomes the treaty - NewsonairUK signs deal to hand over Chagos Islands to Mauritius, India welcomes the treaty  Newsonair

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

The ED and CBI were investigating AgustaWestland kickbacks. They found Adani’s network. - The CaravanThe ED and CBI were investigating AgustaWestland kickbacks. They found Adani’s network.  The Caravan

Island Hopping Made Easier: Now, Air Mauritius Adds ATR72-600 to Strengthen Regional Tourism - Travel And Tour WorldIsland Hopping Made Easier: Now, Air Mauritius Adds ATR72-600 to Strengthen Regional Tourism  Travel And Tour World

Air Mauritius adds ATR72-600s, replaces ATR72-500 - ch-aviationAir Mauritius adds ATR72-600s, replaces ATR72-500  ch-aviation

Mauritius PM Navin Ramgoolam to visit Kashi on Sept 11, to have bilateral talks with Modi - thestatesman.comMauritius PM Navin Ramgoolam to visit Kashi on Sept 11, to have bilateral talks with Modi  thestatesman.com

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 Clean Energy Week 2025 Wraps Up with Purposeful Impact, Fueling the Island’s Sustainable Energy Journey - SolarQuarterMauritius Clean Energy Week 2025 Wraps Up with Purposeful Impact, Fueling the Island’s Sustainable Energy Journey  SolarQuarter

PM Modi becomes first Indian to receive highest national award of Mauritius - NewsonairPM Modi becomes first Indian to receive highest national award of Mauritius  Newsonair

Mauritius President confers highest civilian award on Prime Minister Narendra Modi - NewsonairMauritius President confers highest civilian award on Prime Minister Narendra Modi  Newsonair

‘Modi-Mauritius PM Meeting - thestatesman.com‘Modi-Mauritius PM Meeting  thestatesman.com

Japan-Mauritius Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations) - Prime Minister's Office of JapanJapan-Mauritius Summit Meeting (Summary) (Diplomatic Relations)  Prime Minister's Office of Japan

INS Teg arrives in Mauritius for joint surveillance of Economic Zone - NewsonairINS Teg arrives in Mauritius for joint surveillance of Economic Zone  Newsonair

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

From The Hindu, August 11, 1925: Indian emigration to Mauritius - The HinduFrom The Hindu, August 11, 1925: Indian emigration to Mauritius  The Hindu

Mauritius advances forest financing through national capacity-building workshop - Welcome to the United NationsMauritius advances forest financing through national capacity-building workshop  Welcome to the United Nations

UK signs Chagos deal with Mauritius, India welcomes move - DD NewsUK signs Chagos deal with Mauritius, India welcomes move  DD News

Mauritius becomes first African country to sign ISA’s Country Partnership Framework - NewsonairMauritius becomes first African country to sign ISA’s Country Partnership Framework  Newsonair

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

Air Mauritius Transforms Short-Haul Travel Across Mauritius, Egypt, Kenya With Innovative ATR72-600 Aircraft Designed For Extended Operations, Passenger Comfort, And Critical Medical Evacuations - Travel And Tour WorldAir Mauritius Transforms Short-Haul Travel Across Mauritius, Egypt, Kenya With Innovative ATR72-600 Aircraft Designed For Extended Operations, Passenger Comfort, And Critical Medical Evacuations  Travel And Tour World

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

PM Modi to hold talks with his Mauritius counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam - NewsonairPM Modi to hold talks with his Mauritius counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam  Newsonair

Indian Navy completes hydrographic survey of 25,000 sq. nautical miles of Mauritius - The HinduIndian Navy completes hydrographic survey of 25,000 sq. nautical miles of Mauritius  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

Emirates to launch third daily flight to Mauritius starting December, increasing capacity by over 30% - The Times of IndiaEmirates to launch third daily flight to Mauritius starting December, increasing capacity by over 30%  The Times of India

XS.com Strengthens Offshore Presence with a New Mauritius Licence - Finance MagnatesXS.com Strengthens Offshore Presence with a New Mauritius Licence  Finance Magnates

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

Trump Approves UK-Mauritius Deal on Chagos Archipelago - orfonline.orgTrump Approves UK-Mauritius Deal on Chagos Archipelago  orfonline.org

XS.com secures Mauritius FSC license to boost global expansion - Traders UnionXS.com secures Mauritius FSC license to boost global expansion  Traders Union

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

IOS SAGAR IN PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS - PIBIOS SAGAR IN PORT LOUIS, MAURITIUS  PIB

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

India Welcomes UK-Mauritius Deal on Chagos Handover: Heres What Led to It - The Wire IndiaIndia Welcomes UK-Mauritius Deal on Chagos Handover: Heres What Led to It  The Wire India

PM Modi becomes first Indian leader to receive Mauritius’ highest award - The HinduPM Modi becomes first Indian leader to receive Mauritius’ highest award  The Hindu

Indians in Mauritius welcome PM Modi with traditional Bihari Geet Gawai - DD NewsIndians in Mauritius welcome PM Modi with traditional Bihari Geet Gawai  DD News

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

Chagos Islands: Why has U.K. handed it over to Mauritius after 50 years? - The HinduChagos Islands: Why has U.K. handed it over to Mauritius after 50 years?  The Hindu

India-Mauritius relations: PM Modi speaks to Mauritian counterpart; exchanged views on strengthening ties - The Times of IndiaIndia-Mauritius relations: PM Modi speaks to Mauritian counterpart; exchanged views on strengthening ties  The Times of India

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

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

Bentley News 2025 : Bentley expands MEAI network with the appointment of Bentley Mauritius - BENTLEY NEWSROOMBentley News 2025 : Bentley expands MEAI network with the appointment of Bentley Mauritius  BENTLEY NEWSROOM

Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam To Visit Kashi For Bilateral Talks With PM Modi On September 11 - Free Press JournalMauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam To Visit Kashi For Bilateral Talks With PM Modi On September 11  Free Press Journal

PM Modi holds delegation level talks with his Mauritian counterpart Ramgoolam; 8 MoUs signed - NewsonairPM Modi holds delegation level talks with his Mauritian counterpart Ramgoolam; 8 MoUs signed  Newsonair

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

6-year-old boy detained in £1.6 million drug bust in Mauritius: 'Cannabis hidden inside his bag' | Trending - Hindustan Times - Hindustan Times6-year-old boy detained in £1.6 million drug bust in Mauritius: 'Cannabis hidden inside his bag' | Trending - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

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

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

UK hands over Chagos Islands to Mauritius in landmark sovereignty deal - The Times of IndiaUK hands over Chagos Islands to Mauritius in landmark sovereignty deal  The Times of India

Mauritius cycling star Kim Le Court: ‘Hunger sets me apart’ in chasing big dreams from a small island - Olympics.comMauritius cycling star Kim Le Court: ‘Hunger sets me apart’ in chasing big dreams from a small island  Olympics.com

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

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

Mauritius is facing a water crisis: harvesting water from its rivers with 10 reservoirs can help – research - The ConversationMauritius is facing a water crisis: harvesting water from its rivers with 10 reservoirs can help – research  The Conversation

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

Centre nudges Indian carriers to invest in crisis-hit Air Mauritius amid strategic push in Indian Ocean - The Economic TimesCentre nudges Indian carriers to invest in crisis-hit Air Mauritius amid strategic push in Indian Ocean  The Economic Times

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 upgrade bilateral relationship to 'Enhanced Strategic Partnership', says PM Modi - The Economic TimesIndia, Mauritius upgrade bilateral relationship to 'Enhanced Strategic Partnership', says PM Modi  The Economic Times

IUCN hosts IslandPlas workshop in Mauritius to help tackle plastic packaging waste in African islands - International Union for Conservation of NatureIUCN hosts IslandPlas workshop in Mauritius to help tackle plastic packaging waste in African islands  International Union for Conservation of Nature

India Welcomes UK's Decision To Hand Over Chagos Islands To Mauritius - NDTVIndia Welcomes UK's Decision To Hand Over Chagos Islands To Mauritius  NDTV

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

Nuclear Techniques Support the Diagnosis of Osteoporosis and Sarcopenia in Mauritius's Elderly - IAEANuclear Techniques Support the Diagnosis of Osteoporosis and Sarcopenia in Mauritius's Elderly  IAEA

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

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

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

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

Where are Chagos Islands? What is the UK-Mauritius deal? What is India’s stance? - MintWhere are Chagos Islands? What is the UK-Mauritius deal? What is India’s stance?  Mint

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

Modi and ‘Mini India’ : India’s growing bilateral ties with Mauritius and its dynamics - Modern DiplomacyModi and ‘Mini India’ : India’s growing bilateral ties with Mauritius and its dynamics  Modern Diplomacy

Japan-Mauritius Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Mauritius Foreign Ministers’ Meeting  mofa.go.jp

PM Modi and Mauritius counterpart Ramgoolam agree to facilitate trade settlements in local currencies - DD NewsPM Modi and Mauritius counterpart Ramgoolam agree to facilitate trade settlements in local currencies  DD News

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 welcomes UK-Mauritius treaty on Chagos - - NewsonairIndia welcomes UK-Mauritius treaty on Chagos -  Newsonair

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

India Reiterates Mauritius’ Centrality to Its Indian Ocean Region Strategy - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineIndia Reiterates Mauritius’ Centrality to Its Indian Ocean Region Strategy  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

PM Modi invites Mauritius PM to India, reaffirms commitment to Neighbourhood First Policy - DD NewsPM Modi invites Mauritius PM to India, reaffirms commitment to Neighbourhood First Policy  DD News

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

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

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

Is India’s embrace of Mauritius aimed at countering China’s Indian Ocean goals? - South China Morning PostIs India’s embrace of Mauritius aimed at countering China’s Indian Ocean goals?  South China Morning Post

Mauritius' Economy Depends on Sustainable Public Finances - International Monetary FundMauritius' Economy Depends on Sustainable Public Finances  International Monetary Fund

PM Modi Becomes 1st Indian To Get Mauritius' Highest Honour - NDTVPM Modi Becomes 1st Indian To Get Mauritius' Highest Honour  NDTV

Austrian Airlines 1Q26 Mauritius Aircraft Changes - AeroRoutesAustrian Airlines 1Q26 Mauritius Aircraft Changes  AeroRoutes

Chagos islands: how Mauritius can turn a diplomatic triumph into real economic growth - The ConversationChagos islands: how Mauritius can turn a diplomatic triumph into real economic growth  The Conversation

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

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

Trump approves UK-Mauritius deal for Chagos islands - The Times of IndiaTrump approves UK-Mauritius deal for Chagos islands  The Times of India

For us, Mauritius is family: PM Modi meets country’s new leadership - The Indian ExpressFor us, Mauritius is family: PM Modi meets country’s new leadership  The Indian Express

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

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