AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoUS Visa Shake-up for Africa: The Trump administration plans to cut U.S. visa-processing embassies and consulates across Africa from nearly 50 to 20 “regional hubs,” with Port Louis, Mauritius among the listed centres, expected to roll out in June. Digital Payments Surge: India’s UPI hit record levels in May, with 23.2 billion transactions worth Rs 29.90 lakh crore, boosted by summer travel and IPL spending; UPI is also live in Mauritius. Mauritius Circular Economy Skills Push: HRUC and MITD partner on a 12-month circular-economy vocational training project for Mauritius, targeting green jobs and 40% female participation. Tour de Maurice Focus: Malaysia’s Terengganu Cycling Team says it aims for two podium finishes at Tour de Maurice 2026 (June 2–5). Local Governance & Food Security Debate: A Mauritius interview and opinion piece warn that policy gaps and external shocks are worsening food insecurity and leaving the country ill-equipped for future crises. Global Context: Commentaries link India-Africa ties to diaspora diplomacy and digital public infrastructure, while another climate case heads to Africa’s top human rights court.
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