Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Mauritius on March 11-12 for the 57th National Day, aiming to strengthen India-Mauritius relations by enhancing cooperation in various fields. His engagement will include meetings with key leaders, project inaugurations, and interactions with the Indian community, marking a significant step in mutual collaboration.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Mauritius on March 11-12 to celebrate the island nation’s 57th National Day. His statements express optimism about enhancing India-Mauritius relations, asserting that the visit will “build on the foundations of the past and open a new and bright chapter” in this partnership.
During his visit, Modi will meet Mauritius Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam and discuss their shared history and cultural ties. He emphasized that Mauritius is a vital partner in the Indian Ocean and a link to Africa, enriched by deep mutual trust and shared democratic values.
Modi aims to inject new energy into the bilateral relationship, looking forward to engaging with Mauritian leadership to strengthen cooperation in various fields and enhance security and development in the Indian Ocean Region, in line with the Vision SAGAR initiative.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri outlined that Modi will pay homage at the Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, honoring key figures in Mauritian history such as Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam and Sir Anerood Jugnauth. There will be official meetings, including one with the new President of Mauritius, and the Prime Minister’s engagements will include project inaugurations and signing of several MOUs.
Additionally, Modi and Ramgoolam will inaugurate projects benefiting from Indian assistance and sign cooperation agreements focusing on capacity building, trade, tackling cross-border financial crimes, and promoting small and medium enterprises. The visit will also facilitate interactions with the Indian community and socio-cultural organizations in Mauritius during the trip.
Prime Minister Modi’s upcoming visit to Mauritius underscores the strong ties and mutual respect between India and Mauritius. Through various engagements, including government meetings and project inaugurations, the visit aims to deepen bilateral cooperation. This collaborative framework is essential for enhancing security and fostering economic growth in the Indian Ocean region.
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