Mauritius Conservation & Tourism: Mauritius’ luxury resorts are pushing conservation into the mainstream, with marine biologists, restoration work and eco rules like cutting single-use plastics, as the island targets a Green Destinations label by 2030. Blue Economy Funding: IUCN secured GEF-backed approvals including a Mauritius “Blue Carbon Horizons” project to strengthen climate-resilient coastal planning and protect ocean-dependent livelihoods. Microplastics Monitoring: Scientists from 21 African countries, including Mauritius, are meeting in Accra to harmonise coastal microplastics monitoring protocols using nuclear and isotopic techniques, aiming for comparable data for better policy. Digital Payments for Trade: India and Indonesia agreed to link UPI with Indonesia’s payment system via cross-border QR linkages, expected to boost MSMEs, tourism and smoother travel—UPI is already live in Mauritius. Maritime Security: Indonesia and Germany posted their first liaison officers to the Indian Navy’s IFC-IOR in Gurugram, strengthening Indian Ocean information-sharing. Energy Costs Pressure: The Iran-related Strait of Hormuz disruption is lifting oil prices and adding fuel volatility, with knock-on effects for travel demand and fares. Corporate & Finance: BB Energy closed a $272.5m 1-year revolving credit facility; Emerald HoldCo launched a takeover bid for Beta Glass minority shares.