Mauritius Decides: Battling Election Promises Amid Economic Concerns

Mauritius held elections where Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth and opponents promised solutions for rising living costs. Key strategies from both camps include wage hikes, tax cuts, and boosting pensions. Voter turnout hints youth's role in steering electoral outcomes amid security measures affecting social media.

Mauritius was at the polls on Sunday with the nation poised to choose between current Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth and his adversaries, each pledging to confront the pressing cost of living crisis affecting the population.

With a robust offshore financial sector, as well as thriving tourism and textile industries, the Indian Ocean's economic growth is registered to slow down slightly, sparking citizen concerns.

Jugnauth's coalition promises wage increases, pension boosts, and strategic tax cuts. Rival coalitions vow similar economic fixes alongside free internet and transport, while social media restrictions during the election period stirred controversy.

(With inputs from agencies.)