Yesterday, Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth addressed the plenary session of the U.S.-Africa 2022 Leaders’ Summit on Thursday, December 15. The Mauritian Prime Minister focused his speech on a prosperous Africa, based on inclusive growth and sustainable development.
Addressing the leaders in attendance, the Mauritian leader praised the United States’ reaffirmed commitment to Africa’s development.
Mr. Pravind Jugnauth emphasized that Mauritius remains committed to achieving the objectives of the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and that our country intends to play its full role in this regard.
Addressing the theme of climate change, the Head of Government recalled the specificities of small island states. While affirming that Mauritius is already working for the reduction of its gas emissions and for the use of renewable energies, Mr. Pravind Jugnauth appealed to our international partners to honor their commitments in terms of financing and technology transfer.
The Prime Minister also dwelt on Mauritius’ commitment to become a regulatory center of excellence for the African Medical Agency through the emergence of a pharmaceutical industry.
Mr. Pravind Jugnauth also stressed the need to have the support of our international partners in the field of maritime security, especially to combat illegal fishing, piracy and drug trafficking.
Prime Minister meets with President Biden at the White House
Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth and his wife, Mrs. Kobita Jugnauth were guests of the American presidential couple for a dinner on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at the White House.
This event is part of the U.S.-Africa 2022 Leaders’ Summit being held in Washington D.C.
In his speech at the opening of the plenary session, President Biden reaffirmed the willingness of the United States to further boost U.S. investment in the African continent.
This is a very positive prospect, said the head of the Mauritian government. Mr. Pravind Jugnauth added that Mauritius intends to provide its support to achieve the objectives that are common to Africa and the United States.
