New Delhi, Mar 10 (UNI) Ahead of his two-day state visit to Mauritius to attend the 57th National Day celebrations as Chief Guest, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today voiced confidence that his visit will open a new and bright chapter in the India and Mauritius relationship.
During his two-day visit the PM will also hold talks with Mauritian Prime Minister, Navinchandra Ramgoolam, who took over the helms in November last year.
In a departure statement, the PM said he is also eager to interact with the Indian community in the Indian Ocean nation.
He posted on X:
“Starting tomorrow, I will be on a two day visit to Mauritius, where I will take part in their 57th National Day celebrations. I look forward to meeting my friend and Prime Minister, Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam. I am also eager to be interacting with the Indian community there.
“Mauritius is a close maritime neighbour and a key Indian Ocean partner. We are connected by shared values and deep-rooted cultural ties.
“My visit will further strengthen the foundations of our friendship and build a brighter chapter in India-Mauritius ties.”
A statement quoting him said: “Mauritius is a close maritime neighbour, a key partner in the Indian Ocean, and a gateway to the African Continent.
“We are connected by history, geography and culture.
“Deep mutual trust, a shared belief in the values of democracy, and celebration of our diversity are our strengths. The close and historical people-to-people connect is a source of shared pride.
“We have made significant strides in the past ten years with people centric initiatives.
“I look forward to the opportunity to engage with the Mauritius leadership to elevate our partnership in all its facets and strengthen our enduring friendship for the progress and prosperity of our peoples, as well as for security and development in the Indian Ocean Region, as part of our Vision SAGAR.
“I am confident that this visit will build on the foundations of the past and open a new and bright chapter in the India and Mauritius relationship.”
