Mauritius is family, links India to wider Global South: PM Modi

From Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (March 12, 2025) unveiled a grand vision for security and growth for the Global South against the backdrop of China's relentless efforts to expand its influence in the region.

Mr. Modi made the remarks after witnessing the inking of several key agreements between India and Mauritius along with his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam in this capital city of the island nation.

Eight agreements were firmed up between the two sides providing for cooperation in an array of areas including maritime security, trade in national currencies and capacity building.