China: Mauritius

(asked on 2nd June 2025) - View Source

Question to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office:

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of reports that the Chinese ambassador to Mauritius expects Mauritius to join China’s Belt and Road Initiative.


Answered by
Baroness Chapman of Darlington Portrait
Baroness Chapman of Darlington
Minister of State (Development)
This question was answered on 16th June 2025

It is for Mauritius to comment on its national approach and foreign policy. The UK will take a consistent and pragmatic approach to China's role in Africa - we will cooperate where we can, compete where we have different interests, and challenge where we must.

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