Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Mauritius resulted in the two countries upgrading their bilateral relationship to an “enhanced strategic partnership,” focusing on defense cooperation, maritime security, and economic ties. The Joint Vision outlined plans for increased maritime surveillance, defense asset provision, and capacity-building initiatives, emphasizing Mauritius’ importance to India in the Indian Ocean Region. The visit also saw the signing of eight Memorandums of Understanding and the announcement of India assisting in building Mauritius’ new parliament building and implementing development projects, solidifying Mauritius’ strategic significance to India in the region.
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Man to be charged with making a bomb hoax, causing aircraft at Changi Airport to be recalled
SINGAPORE: A 22-year-old man is set to be charged for a bomb hoax made during a flight preparing to depart from Changi Airport on February 14. The threat was made via social media, prompting the police to recall the aircraft for investigation, where the man was arrested; no threat items were found on him. He faces charges under Section 268A of the Penal Code, which could result in up to seven years in prison and...
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