AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoChagos Sovereignty Row: Mauritius says its claim over the Chagos Archipelago is “non-negotiable” after reports the US may seek a separate deal to secure the Diego Garcia base, while Britain’s handover plan remains stalled. Courtroom Politics: Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam scores a major legal win as a court dismisses charges tied to cash found in safes in a decade-long “safe deposit box” case, with prosecutors vowing to appeal. Public Health & Diplomacy: The US-Africa Business Summit in Mauritius is postponed over Ebola concerns after WHO declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, with Mauritius and health authorities citing safety. Labour Migration: Mauritius moves to reopen its labour market for Bangladeshis, with ministers in Geneva agreeing to fast-track a recruitment framework and a memorandum of understanding. Regional Connectivity: Ethiopian Airlines announces new services to Mauritius (from July 12), boosting links via Addis Ababa. Ebola Travel Curbs: Mauritius tightens entry rules following Ebola outbreak risks, including bans on foreigners from affected countries. Africa Governance Ranking: Mauritius places second in a new Jeune Afrique/The Africa Report performance index, highlighting stability and business-friendly governance. Payments Tech: Nepal and India launch real-time cross-border UPI remittances via NCHL-NPI links, with transaction limits and fees set out. Sports & National Pride: Mauritius wins the Africa Region IV Men Team Golf Championship, marking a historic first title.
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