Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma met with Mauritian Foreign Minister Maneesh Gobin in Washington, D.C., to discuss the expanding cooperation between Mauritius and the United States on shared priorities. The meeting was held to address various topics, including efforts to combat trafficking in persons and increase protections for migrant workers.
Spokesperson Matthew Miller stated, "The Deputy Secretary commended Mauritius for its efforts to combat trafficking in persons and increase protections for migrant workers." Additionally, the two officials reviewed ongoing maritime security cooperation in the Indian Ocean and explored opportunities to enhance bilateral trade and investment. Areas of focus included counternarcotics initiatives and strengthening people-to-people ties.