Amid a packed schedule, Modi attended several events, including the National Day celebrations of Mauritius as the Chief Guest, besides engaging with the country’s leadership and disapora emphasizing the historical and cultural ties between the two nations and ongoing efforts to strengthen the bilateral relationship. Around 70% of the Mauritian population has Indian ancestry, with nearly half of them being Hindu.In recent years, maritime security on the coasts of the Western Indian Ocean Region has emerged as India’s strategic priority. Modi and his Mauritius counterpart, Navinchandra Ramgoolam discussed the entire gamut of their ties including defence and maritime security,In recent years, maritime security along the coasts of the Western Indian Ocean Region has become a key strategic priority for India.“The Prime Minister and I agree that Defence Cooperation and Maritime Security are key pillars of our strategic partnership. Free, open, secure, and safe Indian Ocean is our common priority. We are committed to providing our full support for the security of the Exclusive Economic Zone of Mauritius. In this regard, we will extend every possible assistance to meet the needs of the Coast Guard,” Modi said.
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