Indian Ocean Blue Economy Governance: Monaco’s Blue Initiative presented a final report on its 2022 Indian Ocean mission, with 25 recommendations developed via a Port Louis Science-to-Policy workshop, urging stronger marine ecosystem protection, sustainable fisheries management, action against human pressures, and tighter regional cooperation. Digital ID & Privacy: Mauritius’ Data Protection Commissioner warned that digital identity systems can’t work “in a legal vacuum,” stressing privacy, cybersecurity, and governance as core—not optional—building blocks. Chagos Deal Scrutiny: New UK reporting has reignited debate over the £35bn Chagos surrender arrangement, with critics alleging additional UK-funded support programmes for Mauritius beyond the headline payments. Carbon Markets for Regional Value: A new Southern Africa alliance on carbon markets and climate finance (including Mauritius) aims to help countries capture more revenue under the Paris Agreement’s Article 6—while raising the big question of whether carbon monetisation repeats extractive patterns. Travel Demand Signals for Mauritius: A PATA survey found “positive signs” for some destinations amid the Middle East conflict, while enquiries for Mauritius were falling, pointing to shifting travel gateways. AI in Travel Apps: ixigo’s AI-native assistant (TARA) is designed to manage trip logistics end-to-end, from planning to delays and refunds—an example of how AI is moving from recommendations to execution.