August 13, 2020: The United States is in the planning phase of building a new Embassy in Mauritius. Today, we are one step closer and are pleased to announce the purchase of 11.8-acres (47,600 square meters) of land in Moka Smart City. The new U.S. Embassy will be a multi-building compound located in the Bagatelle …
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We applaud the approval of the Domestic Violence Bill by the Seychelles National Assembly and the passage of this Act by President Faure. The empowerment and protection of women and girls is a central part of U.S. foreign policy and national security. The United States Africa Command in collaboration with the Seychelles Ministry of Family and the U.S. Defense Institute of …
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May 19, 2020: The U.S. Embassy in Mauritius through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is providing $500,000 (R20,000,000) to support Mauritius’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. Embassy and USAID have chosen the International Federation of Red Cross (IFRC) and Red Crescent Societies to implement this COVID-19 assistance in Mauritius. The U.S. …
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April 20, 2020: The U.S. Embassy in Mauritius and the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) have donated 2000 N95 masks, 21,000 gloves 1,100 shoe covers, and 875 protective suits to the Mauritius Ministry of Health and Wellness. The equipment will assist doctors, nurses, and medical professionals who are the frontline heroes in fighting this epidemic. …
Read More» PRESS STATEMENT MICHAEL R. POMPEO, SECRETARY OF STATE NOVEMBER 13, 2019 The United States congratulates the Government of Mauritius and its citizens on its recent peaceful national legislative elections. This successful election provides further proof of Mauritius’ position as one of the region’s strongest democracies. We congratulate Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth on his election. The United States looks forward to …
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