ISSI - Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad
ISSI - Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad
04/22/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/22/2025 12:26
Issue Brief on “From SAGAR to MAHASAGAR: India Aspires Leadership Role in IOR”
Introduction
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi undertook a visit to Mauritius from 11 to 12 March 2025. He was the Guest of Honour as Mauritius celebrated its Independence Day (12 March). During the visit, the two countries signed a number of agreements/MoUs relating, inter alia, to socio-economic cooperation as well as maritime security.[1] India also agreed to provide an INR 487 crore dedicated line of credit for the replacement of water pipelines in Mauritius. Prime Minister Modi also promised to establish a police academy in addition to a National Maritime Information Sharing Centre in Mauritius.[2] The visit marked a significant milestone in India's oceanic outreach and desire of leadership role in the region.
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