AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMauritius Labour & Skills: Mauritius and Bangladesh agreed to reopen the Bangladeshi labour market after nearly four years, with ministers in Geneva fast-tracking a memorandum of understanding to govern recruitment, including textile workers and skilled professionals like doctors, engineers, nurses and accountants. Port Louis Blue Economy: Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina hosted “Explore the Blue – Marine Pathways” with GIZ support, using glass-bottom boat trips to spark youth interest in marine careers and the blue economy. Investment & Business Links: Mauritius-based Sanlam Emerging Markets (Mauritius) Ltd won Competition Commission of India approval to buy a stake in Shriram Life Insurance, highlighting Mauritius’ role in cross-border financial structuring. Energy & Industry Outlook: Seaturns deployed its full-scale wave energy demonstrator off France and says results will support a planned 2 MW pilot in Mauritius, with a pathway toward 10 MW. Trade & Compliance Context: A report flags low FTA use by Indian exporters (only 20–30% of eligible exports), citing compliance costs—relevant for Mauritius firms trading under preferential schemes. Governance & Labour Rights Debate: A renewed discussion in Mauritius questions whether the single-employer work permit model leaves migrant workers vulnerable, echoing concerns about “modern-day indenture.”
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