India–Mauritius Ties Strengthen: EAM Dr S Jaishankar Meets PM Navin Ramgoolam, Discusses Strategic Cooperation

India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar held a significant meeting with Mauritius Prime Minister Dr Navin Ramgoolam, reaffirming the deep-rooted and expanding partnership between the two nations. Sharing details on social media, Jaishankar said he conveyed the best wishes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and highlighted the remarkable and substantive progress achieved in bilateral relations over the past year.

Pleased to call on Prime Minister @Ramgoolam_Dr of Mauritius. Conveyed best wishes of PM @narendramodi.

Our wide - ranging partnership has witnessed remarkable and substantive progress in the last one year.

Discussed its various facets including development cooperation,… pic.twitter.com/OrdjPEcPzk

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) April 9, 2026

The discussions covered a wide spectrum of cooperation, including development partnerships, healthcare, education, capacity building, mobility, technology, maritime security, and people-to-people ties. Both leaders also exchanged views on the evolving situation in West Asia and its broader global implications. Jaishankar emphasized India’s appreciation for Ramgoolam’s strong commitment to the enduring India–Mauritius friendship, a relationship often described as a model of close diplomatic, cultural, and economic collaboration. India and Mauritius share historic ties rooted in shared heritage, diaspora connections, and strategic interests in the Indian Ocean region. The latest engagement signals continued momentum in strengthening cooperation across multiple sectors, reinforcing the partnership as a key pillar of India’s outreach in the region.