Mauritian investors must be attracted to special economic zones in Pakistan for boosting exports to African countries. Mauritius has a specialized tourism system that Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Sindh should adopt for tapping tourism potential of Pakistan. (Sajid Imtiaz)

1. Exploring Mauritius
Pak Economy
Sajid Imtiaz: Economic Advisor shortlisted by British High Commission Islamabad
Mauritius is one of global tourist destinations.
It can be a gateway for Pakistani exports to
southern and eastern African countries.
Mauritius and Pakistan had signed a
Preferential Trade Agreement in 2007
providing concessions to many products of
each other but bilateral trade volume is far
less than actual potential.
Mauritius should establish direct air link
within 6 months for effective cooperation in
tourism, hotel industry and entertainment
especially with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and
Sindh.
Mauritian investors should invest in 9 Special
Economic Zones under CPEC for boosting
textile and fruit exports of Pakistan to Africa.