AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMauritius–India Finance & Trade: Mauritius is being pitched as a “gateway” for African investment, with Mauritius Finance CEO Faraz Rojid telling the Mauritius Business Forum 2026 that the island’s location, financial infrastructure and 15% corporate tax help attract cross-border capital. Digital Payments & Mobility: India’s GFF 2026 rollout includes a Unified Ticketing Platform and RuPay/UPI upgrades aimed at easier payments and ticketing, with pilots linked to transit and heritage sites. BRICS Payments Debate: At BRICS, India signalled it is not backing a common BRICS currency, instead pushing cheaper cross-border payment linkages and digital options. UK Border Rules: The UK updated eGate/eTA guidance, listing specific requirements for travellers using automatic eGates and clarifying eTA stays. Pakistan–Africa Economic Council: Pakistan launched the PAEC with African partners including Mauritius, targeting USD 15bn in bilateral trade by 2030 and closer private-sector ties. Local Politics & Security Abroad: A report alleges “dark” money pressure behind a Scotland anti-asylum protest group, raising concerns about hard-right influence. Sports (Mauritius link): Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says they won’t underestimate Mauritian side La Cure Sylvester in their Champions League preliminary tie after a 0-0 first leg.
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