Mauritius–Türkiye Diplomacy: President Dharambeer Gokhool met Türkiye’s new ambassador in Port Louis, flagging the blue economy, climate/disaster management and cultural exchange (including Turkish scholarships) as priorities, with talks also covering trade, investment links via the Economic Development Board and air connectivity through Turkish Airlines. Mauritius Weather Resilience: Mauritius Meteorological Services validated its 2027–2031 strategic plan to modernise weather, climate, ocean and multi-hazard early warning systems, supported by CREWS SWIO, TA IOC and WMO. East Africa Packaging Deal: Guala Closures completed its acquisition of Metal Crowns across Kenya, Tanzania and Burundi (KES 10.6bn), boosting beverage closure manufacturing and distribution that already reaches Mauritius. Regional Innovation Signals: WIPO’s Global Innovation Index 2026 shows Morocco at 54th (top in Africa) and Kenya rising to 97th; Mauritius is cited as leading the region. AI Security for Enterprises: Inspired appointed Leela Putten to spearhead an AI assurance competency, while Knovation Solutions launched Secure Mobile to defend against AI-driven phishing and mobile attacks. Shipping/Trade Pressure: The US raised South Africa’s raw cane sugar quota by 6.3%, as growers warn imports are squeezing domestic sales. Corporate Moves: Solar Industries India incorporated a Botswana subsidiary via Solar Overseas Mauritius Limited, while Helios sold Africa Specialty Risks to Vitruvian Partners after regulatory approvals.