India's view of the world · A factual referenceLast updated 12 May 2026 · Edition 04
COUNTRY RELATIONSHIP · MAURITIUS
India & Mauritius
SPECIAL PARTNERSHIPDTAA HUBINDIAN OCEAN STRATEGYINDIAN-ORIGIN MAJORITYDEFENCE COOPERATION
India and Mauritius share one of the closest bilateral relationships in the Indian Ocean region, underpinned by a shared history, a majority Indian-origin population (~68% of Mauritians trace ancestry to the subcontinent), a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement that long made Mauritius the leading route for FDI into India, and deepening maritime security cooperation. Mauritius is central to India's Indian Ocean strategy and serves as its principal gateway to sub-Saharan Africa.
COOPERATION AREAS
Where India and Mauritius actually work together
5 active areas of cooperation, as of July 2026. Click any card for the full brief.
TRADE & INVESTMENT
By the numbers
All figures approximate FY 2023–24. Source: DGFT, Ministry of Commerce. Services trade and financial flows not fully captured.
$1.2bn
Total bilateral trade in goods
$0.92bn
India exports to country
$0.28bn
India imports from country
Trade trajectory · USD bn
$1.2bnin FY24 · click a bar to compare years
TOP TRADED ITEMS
AGREEMENTS & MILESTONES
The relationship since 1968, in 7 dates
CURRENT STATE
Where things stand, 2026
The relationship is in a consolidation phase after the DTAA renegotiation. CECPA implementation is progressing with both governments activating its services chapter. Maritime cooperation is the most dynamic track, with the Agaléga infrastructure upgrade drawing sustained international attention. India's strategic and economic interest in Mauritius as an Indian Ocean hub and Africa gateway ensures continued high-level engagement.
SIGNALS TO WATCH
On track / positive momentum
In progress / worth watching
Stalled or facing headwinds
Not yet started / unclear
QUICK FACTS
CapitalPort Louis
Population1.3 million
RegionAfrica
Diplomatic tiesSince 1968
Indian diaspora~900,000
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