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Fuelled by the wealth boom, cross border investments and population growth in Asia, the number of HNWI and ultra HNWI has skyrocketed.

Mauritius stands apart from other finance centres in that it is a jurisdiction which has a broad network of tax treaties and therefore provides the opportunity for using trusts both for tax and non-tax benefits.

Mauritius is widely known for its Global Business Licence companies and its wide network of double taxation treaties within the framework of a well regulated International Financial Centre.

The stage is set for a match between the two jurisdictions as to which will come out as the preferred source of African FDI.

The Republic of Mauritius has developed into an international financial services centre of high repute. It offers multiple advantages to foreign investors, inter alia, due to its strategic position, excellent economic and political background and dual legal system of Common law and Civil law.

The sun shines and it is hot, the population is reputed for its kindness and hearty welcome, the country is beautiful and taxes are very low. Foreigners can now live in Mauritius, become permanent residents and purchase real estate.

Mauritius has positioned itself as a jurisdiction for international arbitration.

Mauritius has a diverse world class regulatory framework, but to compete directly with New York City, London or Tokyo would be impossible, writes the author. Now is the time to take this platform to new heights.

The Civil Aviation Act 1974 together with the Civil Aviation Regulations 2007 govern all aspects of aircraft registration, mortgage or leasing in the Republic of Mauritius.

We would like to examine the advantages of holding French real estate (either principal residence or secondary home) through a Mauritius company and to avoid the three percent yearly tax on assessed value. Additional estate planning opportunities are also open.

The New Generation fund administration platform – this is perhaps how we should now refer to Mauritius. As at February 28, 2007 more than US$36 billion were invested by Mauritius domiciled investment funds, including in Indian equities.