PM Modi’s Visit to Mauritius: Launching Vision MAHASAGAR for the Global South

Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Mauritius on March 12, 2025, commemorated the launch of Vision MAHASAGAR, enhancing India’s commitment to the Global South. This vision expands on Vision SAGAR and emphasizes trade, capacity building, and mutual security. Modi and Foreign Secretary Misri highlighted India’s role in facilitating cooperation and technology sharing for sustainable growth.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the National Day celebrations of Mauritius as the Chief Guest on March 12, 2025. This visit marks a decade since he initiated Vision SAGAR, which stands for “Security and Growth for All in the Region,” significantly enhancing India’s engagement in the Indian Ocean Region through improved connectivity and disaster management.

Ten years later, Prime Minister Modi launched Vision MAHASAGAR, meaning “Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions.” During his statement, he emphasized the continued commitment to the region’s stability and prosperity. He announced that MAHASAGAR broadens the scope beyond SAGAR, incorporating new dimensions for the Global South.

In his address, Prime Minister Modi outlined essential components of Vision MAHASAGAR, including trade for development, sustainable growth initiatives, and mutual security for a shared future. He stated, “Under this, we will extend cooperation through technology sharing, concessional loans and grants,” reinforcing the commitment to partnership with Mauritius and other nations within the Global South.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri echoed Modi’s vision in a media briefing, highlighting the initiative as a comprehensive continuation of SAGAR aimed at connecting various regions. He referenced the hosting of the three Voice of the Global South summits and the objective to elevate Global South voices in global discussions, especially during India’s G20 presidency.

The Foreign Secretary further elucidated that advancing Vision MAHASAGAR signifies India’s dedication to the Global South, focusing on trade, capacity building, and mutual security. The vision will also include technology sharing and project-specific financing to support sustainable development efforts within partner nations.

Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Mauritius has reinforced India’s steadfast commitment to the Global South through the introduction of Vision MAHASAGAR. This initiative aims to foster mutual security, trade, and sustainable growth, building on the foundation laid by Vision SAGAR. By prioritizing cooperation and technology sharing, India seeks to enhance development and strengthen partnerships across regions, positioning itself as a key player in the Global South.

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