AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPaytm Deal Shock: Global banks including Goldman Sachs and Societe Generale bought into Paytm’s parent One 97 Communications in a Rs 963–964 crore block deal, taking a combined 1.34% stake, even as Paytm shares slid after the sale. Visa Rules Ripple: Thailand has tightened entry for Indians, ending the 60-day visa-free stay and shifting many travellers to a shorter Visa on Arrival—part of a broader crackdown on overstays and security concerns. Payments Upgrade in Mauritius: Visa launched Apple Pay in Mauritius for MCB Visa cardholders, signalling a push toward more mobile-first payments in the Indian Ocean. Maritime Strategy: India’s Indian Ocean playbook is evolving from SAGAR to MAHASAGAR, with a stronger focus on security and partnerships across the region. Tech & Control Watch: A new report argues AI is making authoritarian control cheaper across Africa, with Mauritius named among governments investing in AI-enabled surveillance.
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