AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCaribbean Reparations Push: Barbados PM Mia Mottley is hosting talks on suing Britain for slavery reparations under international “racial discrimination” laws, with legal experts reportedly exploring a case at the International Court of Justice and pushing the issue onto the Commonwealth agenda. Indian Ocean Maritime Security: A new focus on “grey-zone” Chinese research and fishing activity highlights how ambiguity in intent and identity is straining Indian Ocean states’ ability to respond. Mauritius in the Spotlight via Sports: The Competition Commission of India cleared a cross-border cricket franchise deal involving Mauritius-based entities behind Rajasthan Royals, Paarl Royals and Barbados Royals. Regional Anti-Corruption Drive: SADC VP Kembo Mohadi says corruption-fighting must include tracking and recovering stolen assets for development, not just arrests. Democracy Under Pressure in Africa: A Global Democracy report says Africa’s democratic performance declined sharply from 2020-2025, driven by conflict, coups and restricted elections. Local Governance & Connectivity: KZN Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli calls for more direct international flights and flags a stalled planned direct link to Mauritius. Mauritius-linked Finance: India’s outward FDI commitments rose 23.3% in August, with major corporate guarantees routed via Mauritius subsidiaries.
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