In one of its recent determinations, the Mauritian Supreme Court re-affirmed a line of decisions which confirmed its support to arbitration, whether international or domestic.

The Financial Services Commission has released a communique on the 21 July 2020 to inform the public that an exemption from the requirements of rule

On 8 April 2019, the Financial Services Commission, which is the regulator for non-banking financial services and global business sectors, published a guidance note, entitled 'Securities Token Offering'.

The government of Mauritius promulgated and gazetted the Finance (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2024 on 27 July to implement the measures announced in the Budget Speech on 7 June.

Through the Finance (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2018, Mauritius has made substantial legislative reforms to its financial services sector, and more specifically, its global business regime.

The Financial Services Commission of Mauritius (FSC) has recently introduced the Securities (Preferential Offer) (Amendment) Rules 2023. This directive amends the existing Securities...

The use of AI in commercial contracts is becoming universal. There are so many benefits to using AI, especially when there is a deal happening and time is critical to prepare and circulate draft versions...

Thinking of going global? Here is what you need to know about setting up a Global Business Company (GBC) in Mauritius.

It goes without saying that the economy depends upon the stable functioning of large corporations.

In Mauritius, such financial assistance is restricted under the Companies Act 2001.

The dismemberment of the British American Investment (BAI) Company, one of the largest conglomerates in Mauritius, is in its final phase.

The GBC is one of the two types of companies in Mauritius that may be set up by investors to conduct international business activities. The legislative structure of a GBC provides numerous benefits in terms

The global Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has created a major worldwide economic disruption and companies and corporations are facing unprecedented challenges.

In the Mauritian landscape, one of the most significant hurdles to a successful deal is obtaining shareholder approval for “Major Transactions.” Failure to secure this mandate can trigger a cascade of legal challenges, financial liabilities, and reputational fallout.

Business Magazine recently published an insightful analysis of the use of the franchise model in Mauritius, which is available for download here with their permission.

Put simply, corporate governance is a framework by which a company is controlled and directed in the most effective way.

The regulator for non-banking financial services in Mauritius, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) has recently reviewed its regulatory regime.

Below is an overview of those legal changes that we deem notable.

When it comes to terminating a fund licensed under the laws of Mauritius (Company), one of the key responsibilities of the investment manager is strategizing the best approach for disposing...

In June 2023, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed charges against both Binance and Coinbase for operating as unregistered securities exchanges. Binance and Coinbase are two...