Mauritius

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India and Mauritius concluded agreements to implement projects under a $680 million economic assistance package provided by New Delhi.

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

• 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: Mount Piton, 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: HT