Paper: GS – II, Subject: International Relations, Topic: India and Its Neighborhood, Issue: India-Mauritius Relations.
Context:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after talks with Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam in Varanasi, said India and Mauritius share a family-like bond.
- The two leaders signed agreements to strengthen bilateral ties, emphasizing their joint commitment to ensuring a stable, prosperous, free, open, and secure Indian Ocean.
Key Takeaways:
| About Mauritius: Capital is Port Louis Physiographically it is part of the Mascarene Islands.Volcanic island and almost entirely surrounded by coral reefs. Chagos Archipelago is disputed territory with UK Recently, US has approved the UK’s plan to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius. |
Key Points:
The strengthened ties between India and Mauritius have significant positive impacts:
- Economic Development: The special economic package announced by India will boost Mauritian infrastructure, generate employment, and improve healthcare facilities, thus contributing to Mauritius’s sustainable growth.
- Healthcare Enhancement: Establishment of the first Jan Aushadhi Kendra outside India and plans for an AYUSH Centre of Excellence and a large national hospital enhance quality healthcare access.
- Education and Research: Agreements with Indian Institutes of Technology and Plantation Management will elevate Mauritius’s research and innovation capacity.
- Security and Ocean Cooperation: Joint projects in oceanographic research and hydrography reinforce the shared priority of maintaining a free, open, and secure Indian Ocean, crucial for regional stability and trade.
- Capacity Building: Training modules under Mission Karmayogi will strengthen governance and administrative capabilities of Mauritian officials.
Challenges and Measures in Indian Ocean Cooperation:
Conclusion:
The India-Mauritius relationship epitomizes a strategic and civilizational partnership with a shared vision for a stable, prosperous Indian Ocean region. With the new agreements and cooperation frameworks in place, both countries are poised to deepen their collaboration in vital sectors, enhancing regional development and security. This engagement strengthens India’s “Neighbourhood First” policy and underscores its role as a steadfast partner to Mauritius.
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