Mauritius has publicly expressed strong support for India’s growing leadership in artificial intelligence and emerging global partnerships, ahead of the upcoming India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi. Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam is set to attend the summit, which will host representatives from over 75 countries and multiple heads of state.
Jyoti Jeetun, Mauritius’ Minister for Financial Services and Economic Planning, described India-Mauritius ties as a “centuries-old brotherhood” now evolving into a deeper economic and strategic partnership. She highlighted the personal rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ramgoolam as a key driver of cooperation in technology, trade, and Global South initiatives.
The Mauritius delegation views India’s technological strengths and innovation capabilities as positioning the country to lead the AI revolution, particularly for developing nations. Jeetun noted Mauritius’ strategic location between India and Africa as an asset in leveraging this partnership for regional growth.
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Beyond AI, Jeetun highlighted India’s rising role as a voice of the Global South. She cited India’s recent trade agreements with the European Union and the United States as evidence of its ability to navigate a disrupted global order, reinforcing confidence among countries like Mauritius in India’s leadership and resilience.
On economic concerns, Jeetun refrained from commenting on the Supreme Court ruling involving Tiger Global’s tax liability in India, but reassured investors that Mauritius remains a jurisdiction of “substance and integrity,” fully compliant with global regulations and FATF standards. She emphasized Mauritius’ commitment to transparency and stability in financial and investment frameworks.
Looking ahead, India-Mauritius cooperation is expected to expand in financial services, Indian investment into Africa, the blue economy, life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and fintech. With Mauritius hosting the US-Africa Business Summit later this year, the island nation could serve as a key bridge linking Indian capital with Africa’s rapidly growing markets, reinforcing a strategic global partnership.
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