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India on Monday raised its concerns over piracy in the Indian Ocean, saying it adversely impacts all countries in the region and pledged to work with Mauritius to combat the menace.
The President, Ms Pratibha Patil, who is here on a five-day State visit, met the Mauritian Prime Minister, Mr Navinchandra Ramgoolam, and discussed regional and international issues of mutual interest.
“Piracy in the Indian Ocean region adversely impacts us all. As a country deeply committed to the security of Mauritius and its people, we are determined to work with the Government of Mauritius in enhancing the security of its people through concrete measures,” Ms Patil said after the meeting.
Meanwhile, Mauritius said it could become a launching pad for India's business interests in the African continent.
“We believe that Mauritius can be used as a business platform between India and Africa,” Mr Ramgoolam said after his meeting with Ms Patil.
Describing the meeting with Ms Patil as “productive”, he said “both sides discussed several issues of common interests". Mauritius accounts for over 40 per cent of FDI into India.
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