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Unlocking Opportunities:
Why Japanese Investors Should Choose
Mauritius as Their Gateway toAfrican Markets
Arvind Radhakrisha
Strategic Advisor, Trade & Investment Development
EDB Mauritius

Introduction
With its stable political and economic environment,
favorable tax regime, strategic location, and welleducated workforce, Mauritius can be an attractive
destination for Japanese businessmen looking toexpand their operations.
A thriving infrastructure, skilled labor, and morefavorable regulatory environments, including tax
policies, labor laws, and business regulations – that’s
an entrepreneur’s dreamland.

Stable Political Climate and InvestorFriendly Environment
Mauritius takes pride in its unwavering politicalstability, a cornerstone supporting its success. Thisstability, coupled with a business-friendly environment,
instills confidence among investors. The robust legal
framework, property rights protection, and transparent
regulatory system create an ideal atmosphere forJapanese businesses to thrive.

Diverse Investment Prospects
Strategic Location and Market Access
Mauritius stands out for its strategic location, making
it an invaluable gateway for Japanese investors eyeing
expansion into the dynamic markets of Africa andEurope. The nation’s advantageous geographic
positioning provides unparalleled access to burgeoning
markets, establishing it as an ideal investment hub.

Mauritius boasts a diverse array of investment prospects
across sectors such as financial services, manufacturing,
pharmaceuticals, agro-processing, education, blue
economy, freeport and logistics, real estate, renewableenergy, technology, and tourism. The government actively
incentivizes foreign investment by offering various
benefits and tax advantages, creating ample opportunities
for profitable ventures.

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workforce proficient across various industries,
contributing significantly to the nation’s economicgrowth. The exceptional quality of life, robust
healthcare, and superior education facilities make
Mauritius an enticing destination for Japanese
expatriates and investors.

Vibrant Culture, Unique & Exquisite
Lifestyle
Robust Financial Infrastructure
Renowned for its well-established financial
infrastructure, Mauritius houses a sophisticatedbanking system, a modern stock exchange, and acomprehensive range of financial services. Thisinfrastructure provides a stable platform for Japanese
investors to efficiently manage their investments.

Trade Agreement and Bilateral Investment
Treaties
With its location at the crossboards of maritime
trajectories, and proximity to influential markets,
Mauritius has established numerous Bilateral
Investment Treaties, fostering investment protection
and facilitating international trade. Membership inregional trading and cooperation organizations,coupled with Free Trade Agreements with major
economies, provides preferential market access tonearly 70% of the world’s population for Mauritius
manufactured exports.

Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements
and Investment Protection
To date, Mauritius has signed Double Taxation
Avoidance Agreements with 54 countries, including
20 African nations. Investment Promotion andProtection Agreements with 46 countries, including 10in Africa, offer Japanese investors security andassurance, ensuring a favorable investment climate.

Skilled Workforce and Quality of Life
Mauritius boasts a highly educated, multilingual
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Mauritius offers a quality lifestyle that combines
comfort with luxury, modernity with cultural traditions,work with leisure. The nation actively seeks new talents,
skills, and technology, providing various avenues forforeign nationals to invest, work, live, and retire.

Commitment to Sustainable Development
Aligned with Japan’s values, Mauritius places a strongemphasis on sustainable development. Investments inrenewable energy projects and eco-tourism initiatives
showcase the nation’s commitment to environmentallyconscious sectors, offering Japanese investors
opportunities in these progressive industries.

Conclusion
Investing in Mauritius isn’t merely about financial gains;
it’s about forging a strong partnership with a nationpoised for mutual prosperity and long-term success.
Choose Mauritius as your strategic gateway to unlock
unprecedented opportunities in Africa and beyond.
Economic Development Board of Mauritius
The EDB is a corporate body set up under the EconomicDevelopment Board Act 2017 and operates under the aegis of the
Ministry of Finance, Economic Planning & Development. It is theleading Government agency mandated to provide strong
institutional support for strategic economic planning and to promote
Mauritius as an attractive investment and business centre, acompetitive export platform as well as an International Financial
Centre (IFC).
EDB has set up a representative office in Tokyo and Mr. Hideaki
Shimizu can be contacted for any information required oninvestment opportunities in Mauritius.
E-mail: shimizu@edbmauritius.org
Additional information can also be found through the following link:
https://edbmauritius.org/EDB_Investment_Guide.pdf