On 02 April 2025, the Honourable Minister of Financial Services and Economic Planning recently met with Ms. Cláudia Conceição, IFC Regional Director for Southern Africa, and Mr. Sjamsu Rahardja, IFC Resident Representative in Mauritius.

Discussions focused on IFC’s strategic priorities and areas of collaboration with Mauritius, including capital market development, sustainable finance, and wealth management. The Minister highlighted the government's economic planning vision, the importance of post-grey list reforms, and the need to simplify banking procedures for foreign investors. Mauritius’ potential participation in the Africa CEO Forum was also explored to enhance its visibility as a leading financial centre in Africa.