Communique – AGOA Extension Bill and Retroactive Application of AGOA Certificates of Origin
23 Jan 2026
The Economic Development Board (EDB) of Mauritius welcomed a high-level delegation from Allinial Global during a courtesy visit held on 31 July 2025 aimed at exploring strategic investment avenues within Mauritius’ key sectors.
The delegation was led by Mr. Jacques De Nucé, Partner of Walter France, an independent member of Allinial Global, accompanied by Mr. Luca Traini, Regional Director for Africa at Allinial Global, and Mr. Shakil Moollan, Managing Partner at Moollan & Moollan Group, the Mauritius-based member firm of Allinial Global since 2017.
Walter France brings together a network of 35 independent professional services firms operating across metropolitan France, francophone Africa, and the French overseas departments. Working with a diverse clientele ranging from SMEs to CAC 40 corporations, the firm is renowned for delivering high-value audit, accounting, tax, and advisory services.
During the meeting, the EDB team made a comprehensive presentation outlining the robust regulatory framework, business-friendly schemes, and the unique positioning of Mauritius as a gateway to Africa and beyond.
Emphasis was placed on Mauritius’ extensive network of bilateral and multilateral agreements, including over 45 Investment Promotion and Protection Agreements (IPPAs) and numerous Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs). Strategic trade partnerships with AfCFTA, China, India, the European Union, the United States, Turkey, COMESA, and SADC provide investors with preferential access to over 70% of the global market.
The EDB also presented key priority sectors where Mauritius is actively encouraging investment. In the Ocean Economy, opportunities abound in value-added maritime activities such as bunkering, freeport activities, and the innovative use of deep-sea water for cooling smart buildings and data centres. The Financial Services sector continues to evolve, with Mauritius positioning itself as a fintech and digital finance hub. The Agri-sector was highlighted for its potential in technology-driven agriculture and sustainable food systems, while the Manufacturing sector is targeting non-labour-intensive operations that are precision-driven, high-value, and aligned with the country’s carbon-neutral goals.
In addition, a series of new policy initiatives stemming from the latest Budget Speech were outlined, including the Heritage Stewardship Scheme, Innovative Mauritius Scheme, Land Repurposing Scheme, and Waste-to-Wealth Scheme, all aimed at promoting sustainable, responsible, and forward-looking investment strategies.
Mr. Jacques De Nucé welcomed the opportunity for a focused discussion and the detailed insights shared during the meeting. He reaffirmed Walter France’s and Allinial Global’s interest in evaluating concrete opportunities that could benefit their international clientele looking to expand into new markets through a secure, innovative, and strategically located platform like Mauritius.
The visit marks a promising step toward deeper cooperation between global networks of professional services and Mauritius’ investment promotion ecosystem, reinforcing the country’s appeal as an agile and reliable business destination.
