FDI inflow estimates at MUR 13,513 million for first semester of 2023

Moreover, on analysis over available date for the previous 7 years, it is noted that the first semester results of 2023 of Rs 13,413 million is a new benchmark when comparing the figures for the corresponding period over the years. Previous averages prior to COVID, was approximate Rs 10,110 million.

Since the second half of 2021, thanks to bold policy reforms initiated by the Government to enhance the economic competitiveness and the ease of doing business in the country as well as the rise in confidence of investors in key sectors, the inflows of FDI have picked up steadily to reach a milestone of Rs 27,658 million in the year 2022. This figure exceeded pre-pandemic levels and is in line with the economic recovery and positive economic growth post covid.

This year’s positive performance is synonymous of sustained investor confidence amid a difficult global context.