Latest news in Mauritius? September 7th, 2026

Key news and official developments in Mauritius heading into the week of September 7, 2026, include:

• Mauritius–Seychelles Bilateral Commission: Mauritius is preparing to host the 14th Session of the Mauritius–Seychelles Commission on Bilateral Cooperation (CBC), with senior officials meeting September 8–9 ahead of the ministerial session on September 11 to review trade, fisheries, and regional security initiatives. Government of Mauritius
• National Aviation Council Established: The Prime Minister announced the creation of a National Aviation Council tasked with overhauling and modernizing the nation’s air access and connectivity policy. Government of Mauritius
• Economic Data & Governance: The Bank of Mauritius unveiled BOMStats, a centralized digital portal providing public access to official economic and financial indicators. Government of Mauritius
• Cabinet Policy Decisions:
  • Revisions to bunkering and safety inspection regulations for foreign fishing vessels docking at Port Louis to preserve maritime compliance and port activity. Government of Mauritius
  • Continued diplomatic advocacy concerning trade access under the U.S. African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). Government of Mauritius
  • Extension of standard regulatory oversight periods under national health management frameworks.
• Digital and Social Initiatives: Launch of national cybersecurity and AI capacity-building certifications, alongside new school-level awareness campaigns addressing youth substance abuse. Government of Mauritius