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 Le Prince Maurice, Mauritius
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Le Prince Maurice facts
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| Latitude: | -20.1490000 |
| Longitude: | 57.7398000 |
| Population: | 0 |
| Elevation: | 0 meters above sea level |
| Average Elevation (average elevation of 30'x30' (ca 900mx900m) area): | 13 meters above sea level |
| Timezone: | Indian/Mauritius |
| The time in Le Prince Maurice: | Sat Nov 21 14:12:58 MUST 2009 |
| Sunrise: | Sat Nov 21 06:20:00 MUST 2009 |
| Sunset: | Sat Nov 21 19:29:00 MUST 2009 |
| Is it daytime in Le Prince Maurice?: | true |
Le Prince Maurice Weather from PLAISANCE
(approximately 30.72 km away): | Plaisance Mauritius , Mauritius (FIMP) 20-26S 057-40E 57M
Nov 21, 2009 - 04:00 AM EST / 2009.11.21 0900 UTC
Wind: from the SSE (160 degrees) at 16 MPH (14 KT):0
Visibility: greater than 7 mile(s):0
Sky conditions: partly cloudy
Temperature: 77 F (25 C)
Dew Point: 64 F (18 C)
Relative Humidity: 65%
Pressure (altimeter): 30.12 in. Hg (1020 hPa)
ob: FIMP 210900Z 16014KT 9999 SCT017 SCT050 25/18 Q1020
cycle: 9
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Areas around Le Prince Maurice that may be of interest
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| Passe de Flacq | apprx. 2 km away | strait | a relatively narrow waterway, usually narrower and less extensive than a sound, connecting two larger bodies of water |
| Poste La Fayette | apprx. 2.2 km away | bight(s) | an open body of water forming a slight recession in a coastline |
| Mare Sarcelle | apprx. 3 km away | pond | a small standing waterbody |
| Abbe Bank | apprx. 26 km away | bank(s) | an elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for most surface navigation |
| La Caille Bank | apprx. 27.9 km away | bank(s) | an elevation, typically located on a shelf, over which the depth of water is relatively shallow but sufficient for most surface navigation |
| The Blinder | apprx. 34.3 km away | reef(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material |
| Nab Reef | apprx. 37.2 km away | reef(s) | a surface-navigation hazard composed of consolidated material |
| Le Prince Maurice | apprx. 0 km away | hotel | a building providing lodging and/or meals for the public |
| Pointe d' Esny | apprx. 0.4 km away | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
| Ile Malno | apprx. 0.6 km away | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
| Pointe Radeau | apprx. 1.8 km away | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
| Pointe Lafayette | apprx. 2.9 km away | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
| Pointe de Roche Noire | apprx. 4.8 km away | point | a tapering piece of land projecting into a body of water, less prominent than a cape |
| Round Island | apprx. 33.7 km away | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
| Serpent Island | apprx. 37.6 km away | island | a tract of land, smaller than a continent, surrounded by water at high water |
Some facts about Mauritius
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| Capital: | Port Louis |
| Area (km sq): | 2,040 |
| Population: | 1,260,000 |
| Continent: | Africa |
| Currency: | Rupee |
| Neighbors: | |
| Languages: | en-MU,bho,fr |
| Industries: | food processing (largely sugar milling), textiles, clothing, mining, chemicals, metal products, transport equipment, nonelectrical machinery, tourism | | Public debt: | 57.2% of GDP (2008 est.) | | Television broadcast stations: | 2 (plus several repeaters) (1997) | | Land use: | arable land: 49.02%
permanent crops: 2.94%
other: 48.04% (2005) | | Principal Government Officials | President--Sir Anerood Jugnauth
Vice President--Angidi Chettiar
Prime Minister--Navinchandra Ramgoolam
Ambassador to the United States--Keertee Coomar (Kailash) Ruhee
Ambassador to the United Nations--Somduth Soborun
Mauritius maintains an embassy at 4301 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008, (tel. 202-244-1491).
ECONOMY
Mauritius has one of the most successful and competitive economies in Africa; 2008 GDP at market prices was estimated at $7.99 billion (official exchange rate) and per capita income at $12,0740 (purchasing power parity), one of the highest in Africa. The economy is based on tourism, textiles, sugar, and financial services. In recent years, information and communication technology (ICT), particularly business process outsourcing, and seafood have emerged as important sectors of the economy. Over the past two decades, real output growth averaged just below 6% per year, leading to a more than doubling of per capita income and a marked improvement in social indicators. However, since 2002, the economy started to face some serious challenges as a result of globalization, involving the erosion of trade preferences for both textiles and sugar, two pillars of the economy. Economic growth declined to 3-4% while unemployment, government budget deficit, and public debt increased steadily.
The government that took office in July 2005 embarked on a bold economic reform program aimed at moving Mauritius from reliance on trade preferences to global competitiveness. The reform strategy, outlined in the past three government budgets (FY 2006-2009), was designed not only to remedy fiscal weaknesses but also to open up the economy, facilitate business, improve the investment climate, and mobilize foreign direct investment and expertise. The reforms and the opening up of the economy have already started to positively impact the economy.
In addition to encouraging the restructuring and modernization of the textile and sugar sectors, the government is putting much emphasis on the development of the ICT sector and the promotion of Mauritius as a seafood hub in the region, using existing logistics and distribution facilities at the Freeport (free trade zone at the port and airport). To further diversify the economic base and generate sustainable growth, the government is actively encouraging the following economic activities: (i) the land-based oceanic industry, (ii) hospitality and property development, (iii) healthcare and biomedical industry, (iv) agro-processing and biotechnology, (v) the knowledge industry, and (vi) renewable energy.
The business climate is friendly yet extremely competitive. The World Bank 2009 Doing Business Survey ranks Mauritius first in Africa and 24th in the world for ease of doing business. The government’s objective is for Mauritius to rank among the top 10 most investment and business friendly locations in the world.
Mauritius has a long tradition of private entrepreneurship, which has led to a strong and dynamic private sector. Firms entering the market will find a well-developed legal and commercial infrastructure. With regard to telecommunications, Mauritius has a well-developed digital infrastructure and offers state-of-the-art telecommunications facilities including international leased lines and high speed Internet access. Telecommunications services were liberalized in January 2003. The government policy is to act as a facilitator to business, leaving production to the private sector. However, it still controls key utility services directly or through parastatals, including electricity, water, waste water, postal services, and broadcasting. The State Trading Corporation controls imports of rice, flour, petroleum products, and cement.
FOREIGN RELATIONS
Mauritius has strong and friendly relations with the West as well as with India and the countries of southern and eastern Africa. It is a member of the African Union (AU), World Trade Organization (WTO), the Commonwealth, La Francophonie, the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC), the Indian Ocean Commission, Community of Eastern and South African States (COMESA), and the Indian Ocean Rim Association.
Trade, commitment to democracy, colonial and cultural ties, and the country's small size are driving forces behind Mauritian foreign policy. The country's political heritage and dependence on Western markets have led to close ties with the European Union and its member states, particularly the United Kingdom and France, which exercises sovereignty over neighboring Reunion.
Considered part of Africa geographically, Mauritius has friendly relations with other African states in the region, particularly South Africa, by far its largest continental trading partner. Mauritian investors are gradually entering African markets, notably Madagascar and Mozambique. Mauritius coordinates much of its foreign policy with the Southern Africa Development Community and the African Union.
Relations with India are strong for both historical and commercial reasons. Foreign embassies in Mauritius include Australia, the United Kingdom, China, Egypt, France, India, Madagascar, Pakistan, Russia, South Africa, and the United States.
DEFENSE
Mauritius does not have a standing army. All military, police, and security functions are carried out by 10,000 active-duty personnel under the command of the Commissioner of Police. The 8,000-member National Police is responsible for domestic law enforcement. The 1,400-member Special Mobile Force (SMF) and the 688-member National Coast Guard are the only two paramilitary units in Mauritius. Both units are composed of police officers on lengthy rotations to those services.
The SMF is organized as a ground infantry unit and engages extensively in civic works projects. The Coast Guard has four patrol craft for search-and-rescue missions and surveillance of territorial waters. A 100-member police helicopter squadron assists in search-and-rescue operations. There also is a special supporting unit of 270 members trained in riot control.
Military advisers from the United Kingdom and India work with the SMF, the Coast Guard, and the Police Helicopter Unit, and Mauritian police officers are trained in the United Kingdom, India, and France. The United States provides training to Mauritian security officers in such fields as counter-terrorism methods, seamanship, and maritime law enforcement.
U.S.-MAURITIAN RELATIONS
Official U.S. representation in Mauritius dates from the end of the 18th century. An American consulate established in 1794 closed in 1911. It was reopened in 1967 and elevated to embassy status upon the country's independence in 1968. Since 1970, the mission has been directed by a resident U.S. ambassador.
Relations between the United States and Mauritius are cordial and largely revolve around trade. The United States is Mauritius' third-largest market but ranks 12th in terms of exports to Mauritius. Principal imports from the U.S. include aircraft parts (for Air Mauritius), automatic data processing machines, diamonds, jewelry, radio/TV transmission apparatus, telecommunications equipment, agricultural/construction/industrial machinery and equipment, casino slot machines, outboard motors, books and encyclopedias, and industrial chemicals.
Mauritian exports to the U.S. include apparel, sugar, non-industrial diamonds, jewelry articles, live animals, sunglasses, rum, and cut flowers. Mauritian products that meet the rules of origin are eligible for duty- and quota-free entry in the U.S. market under the African Growth and Opportunity Act. In September 2006, the Governments of Mauritius and the United States signed a Trade and Investment Framework Agreement to remove impediments and further enhance trade and investment relations between the two countries.
More than 200 U.S. companies are represented in Mauritius. About 30 have offices in Mauritius, serving the domestic and/or the regional market, mainly in the information technology (IT), textile, fast food, express courier, and financial services sectors. The largest U.S. subsidiaries are Caltex Oil Mauritius and Esso Mauritius. U.S. brands are sold widely. Several U.S. franchises, notably Kentucky Fried Chicken, Pizza Hut, and McDonald's have been operating for a number of years in Mauritius.
The United States funds a small military assistance program. The embassy also manages special self-help funds for community groups and nongovernmental organizations and a democracy and human rights fund.
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United States Travel Advisory Excerpt for
Mauritius ***for complete and up to date
advisory see US
Travel Advisory
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| January 16, 2009 COUNTRY DESCRIPTION: The Republic of Mauritius is a small island nation of four inhabited and several other islands located in the southwestern Indian Ocean. Mauritius has a stable government and a diverse economy. Its per capita GDP of $7000 is the second highest in Africa. Facilities for tourism are well-developed. English is the official language of Mauritius; however Creole and French are also widely spoken. English may not be understood outside of main towns and tourist areas. The capital city is Port Louis. Please read the Department of State Background Notes on Mauritius for additional information. | | SAFETY AND SECURITY: Thefts in tourist areas are a concern, and visitors should keep track of their belongings at all times. Women are advised against walking alone, particularly on public beaches and at night. There have been reports of sexual assault and harassment of foreign travelers. Americans should avoid crowds and street demonstrations, and maintain a low profile. For the latest security information, Americans traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs’ web site at http://travel.state.gov, where the current Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts, as well as the Worldwide Caution, can be found. Up-to-date information on safety and security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the U.S. and Canada, or for callers outside the U.S. and Canada, a regular toll-line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). The Department of State urges American citizens to take responsibility for their own personal security while traveling overseas. For general information about appropriate measures travelers can take to protect themselves in an overseas environment, see the Department of State’s pamphlet A Safe Trip Abroad. | | MEDICAL INSURANCE: The Department of State strongly urges Americans to consult with their medical insurance company prior to traveling abroad to confirm whether their policy applies overseas and whether it will cover emergency expenses such as a medical evacuation. Please see our information on medical insurance overseas. | | REGISTRATION / EMBASSY LOCATION: Americans living or traveling in Mauritius are encouraged to register with the U.S. Embassy through the State Department’s travel registration web site so that they can obtain updated information on travel and security within Mauritius. Americans without Internet access may register directly with the U.S. Embassy. By registering, American citizens make it easier for the Embassy to contact them in case of emergency. The U.S. Embassy is located on the fourth floor of the Rogers House on John F. Kennedy Street in Port Louis, telephone (+230) 202-4400; fax (+230) 208-9534. The Consular Section’s email is PTLconsular@state.gov, and the website is http://mauritius.usembassy.gov. |
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