India–Mauritius Energy Cooperation

India–Mauritius Energy Cooperation

Category: International Relations / Energy Security / Indian Ocean Region

Notes

• India and Mauritius signed two key agreements during Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri's visit to Mauritius.
• Agreements included:
  1. Government-to-Government MoU on oil and gas cooperation
  2. Petroleum products supply agreement
• Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) signed a 5-year agreement with Mauritius' State Trading Corporation (STC).
• Supplies include:
  • Petrol
  • Diesel
  • Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF)
• Supplies will be made to Port Louis.
• India is described in the source as the 4th-largest refiner.
• India's refining capacity is targeted to exceed 309 MT annually by 2032.

Key Pointers

• Mauritius is strategically important for India's Indian Ocean engagement.
• Energy cooperation supports India's broader neighbourhood and maritime partnerships.