Madagascar & Mauritius

Madagascar: Madagascar revoked flight permits for Lai Ching-te's aircraft due to pressure from China, confirming its adherence to the 'one China' principle.

Mauritius: Mauritius revoked flight permits for Lai Ching-te's aircraft due to pressure from China, contributing to the cancellation of the presidential trip.

Madagascar: Madagascar is experiencing significant political instability and a government overthrow, with its President, Andry Rajoelina, fleeing the country. This event highlights deep-seated issues of corruption, poor governance, and economic hardship within the nation.

Mauritius: Mauritius received Madagascar's former prime minister and a presidential adviser who fled the country, expressing dissatisfaction with the private plane's landing.

Madagascar: Madagascar is home to NextSource Materials' Molo graphite project, which is undergoing an expansion feasibility study, contributing to the company's overall strategy.

Mauritius: Equipment shipments for the Battery Anode Facility will commence from Mauritius.

Madagascar: Madagascar barred Taiwan's leader from flying over its territory, reportedly under pressure from China, illustrating China's influence in the region.

Mauritius: Mauritius barred Taiwan's leader from flying over its territory, reportedly under pressure from China, illustrating China's influence in the region.

Madagascar: Taiwan accused China of pressuring Madagascar to revoke overflight permits for Lai Ching-te's trip to Eswatini.

Mauritius: Taiwan accused China of pressuring Mauritius to revoke overflight permits for Lai Ching-te's trip to Eswatini.

Madagascar: Madagascar is one of the countries from which a U.S. ambassador is being recalled.