UPI Expansion in Mauritius: NPCI International says UPI is already accepted for merchant payments in Mauritius (and several other countries), though availability is at participating merchants rather than nationwide. Tourism Policy Warning: Maldives lawmaker Mohamed Abbas urged limits on treating tourism as a “cash cow”, warning that GST changes for offshore booking platforms and foreign tour operators could worsen pressure on a sector already facing falling occupancy and tougher competition from destinations like Mauritius. Energy Security for Import-Dependent Africa: A fresh attack on a UAE oil-linked vessel in the Strait of Hormuz has raised fuel-supply risks for African economies that rely on imported petrol, diesel and gas, with knock-on effects for freight costs and insurance premiums. SADC Leadership Focus: South Africa is set to assume the SADC chair at the Durban summit, with migration, trade, critical minerals, industrialisation and security on the agenda—issues that directly shape the regional business environment for Mauritius and partners. Mauritius in the Spotlight on Chagos: Mauritius’ territorial waters extension claim over Chagos has been linked to a UN decision, a development that could affect fishing rights and regional strategic dynamics. Devas vs Antrix Legal Fallout: A US appeals court upheld the $565.2m Devas Multimedia compensation award against ISRO’s Antrix, with the claim now exceeding $1.2bn—another reminder of how cross-border disputes can hit investors and state-linked firms. Mauritius-Linked Offshore Finance Scrutiny: Ongoing reporting ties Mauritius-based entities to India’s FEMA probe involving BPTP and Kabul Chawla, keeping attention on how offshore structures move money across jurisdictions. Visa Convenience for Mauritians: Mauritius passport holders can enter Schengen Area countries visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180 days, though standard border entry conditions still apply. Fiduciary Business Growth: Osiris Group says it has entered the Guernsey fiduciary market, adding Channel Islands capacity alongside its existing Mauritius operations. Trade Signals for Mauritius-Related Partners: India’s exports to FTA partners surged in Q1 FY27, with shipments to Singapore and Sri Lanka more than doubling—useful context for regional trade flows that Mauritius businesses watch. WeWork India Stake Sale: WeWork Global sold a 2.5% stake in WeWork India Management for about Rs 244 crore, with Mauritius-linked Citigroup Global Markets Mauritius among buyers—another cross-border capital move to track.