456 With a landscape filled with history, mythical beaches, and luxury hotels, the East Coast is endowed with many stunning treasures that deserve a stopover. Along the coastline stretching from Poste Lafayette to Trou d’Eau Douce, there are a string of ten of the most prestigious and luxurious hotels on the island. The lagoon is deep […]
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456 Welcome to the enchanting South of Mauritius, where breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural experiences await. Explore pristine beaches with powdery white sands, crystal-clear waters perfect for swimming and snorkelling, and dramatic cliffs offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture through visits to colourful markets, where the aroma of […]
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456 Previously, sugar was exported to the EU from Mauritius under the Sugar Protocol that was signed between the EU and the ACP (African, Caribbean, and Pacific Group of States) countries, where Mauritius was allocated an annual quota of 507,000 metric tonnes of raw sugar at a guaranteed price. Since the EU ended this quota in […]
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456 Explore the fascinating process of making sugar from sugar cane, a journey steeped in tradition and innovation. From the lush fields where the cane grows to the refined sweetness of the final product, discover the intricate steps and techniques involved in this age-old craft. The sugar production process includes the following stages and elements: Harvesting […]
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456 In the year 1638, the Dutch introduced sugar cane to Mauritius from Java in Indonesia. A move that would change the island’s destiny forever. However, the Dutch only used sugar cane to produce rum until their departure in 1710. It was under the French from 1715 onwards that sugar cane was cultivated in order to […]
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456 Etymologically, the word “sugar” has its roots in the word “arquera,” which means “sand “in Sanskrit, one of the first known languages. This term has transformed into the word sugar in all Indo-European languages: sacquerons in Greek; in Latin, saccharin; sugar in English; in German, zucker; zucchero in Italian; in Arabic, sukkar; and azucar in […]
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456 Sugar is one of the most commonly used commodities in the world, and countries with suitable climates located in the tropics are some of the largest producers of it. The history of this particular island in the tropics has been bound by the epic story of sugar for 300 years. Yet over 1000 years ago, […]
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456 Mauritius has signed various international trade agreements that provide preferential access to key markets. The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Free Trade Area (FTA) was established in October 2000 with nine African member states initially. There are now 16 member states trading on a duty-free and quota-free basis, consisting of the following […]
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456 Information and communication technology (ICT) has become one of the main pillars of the Mauritian economy, and Mauritius continues to aspire to be a ‘Cyber Island’. The government aims to position the republic as a leading ICT destination and a model on the African continent. Part of realising this goal has been the modernisation of […]
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456 The Mauritius Freeport has established the republic as a prominent regional centre for trade, logistics, value-added services, and distribution. Situated strategically in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius now accommodates more than 27,000 global businesses seeking to tap into both regional and international consumer markets. Mauritius Freeport is home to companies involved in regional trade, break bulk […]
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