Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 08:25am on 02 Nov 2023,Thursday Defence
India's military base in Mauritius, constructed on Agalega Island, is close to completion, aimed at countering China's influence in the Indian Ocean. Concurrently, Indian Naval Ship Sharda docked in Port Louis to commemorate Aapravasi Diwas, signaling increased bilateral cooperation. New Delhi is set to sign a Memorandum of Understanding for launching an earth observation satellite in Mauritius. The strategic base's progress raises regional tensions, with opposition in Mauritius questioning sovereignty. India emphasizes enhancing Mauritius' maritime security, yet its strategic significance is evident amid rising geopolitical concerns in the region.
