HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases...Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth hide Deputy Secretary Sherman’s Meeting with Mauritian Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth Readout Office of the Spokesperson December 15, 2022 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Ned Price: During a meeting with Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth on the margins of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington, D.C., Deputy Secretary Wendy Sherman reaffirmed the strength and significance of the U.S. bilateral relationship with Mauritius. She thanked Prime Minister Jugnauth for the vital role Mauritius plays in enhancing maritime security, protecting the environment, and combatting transnational crime. Deputy Secretary Sherman also recognized Mauritius for its efforts to achieve prosperity based on good governance and sustainable development. Tags Africa Leaders Summit Bureau of African Affairs Deputy Secretary of State Mauritius Office of the Spokesperson