Mauritius

Mauritius Latest News

Recently, India and Mauritius have inked a long-term fuel supply agreement with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOC) to supply the island nation’s entire import requirement of petrol, diesel and aviation turbine fuel. 

About Mauritius

• Location: It is an island country located off the southeast coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean.
• It is a member of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC).
• Both the Indian Ocean Rim Association and the Indian Ocean Commission have their headquarters in Mauritius.
• Capital City: Port Louis.

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Geographical Features of Mauritius

• It is part of the Mascarene islands, a group of islands created by volcanic activity in the Indian Ocean. 
• Terrain: It is made up of the main island of Mauritius and several outlying islands, like Ambre Island, Est Island, Cerfs Island, Benitiers Island, etc.
• The island of Mauritius is a volcanic island formed by volcanic activity around 8 million years ago. 
• Climate: The climate is maritime subtropical, with fairly uniform temperatures throughout the year.
• Highest peak:  , is located in the southwest of the plateau.
• Lakes: Lake Vacoas, which is a main water source.
• Major Rivers: Grand River South East and the Black River.

Source: NIE