Interfaith & Climate Dialogue in Mauritius: SriSri Sugunendra Theertha Swamiji urged world leaders to treat climate change, resource conflict and national debt as one connected crisis, calling for a Vedic, holistic policy shift at the Religions for Peace gathering in Mauritius. Religions for Peace Leadership: The Caucasus Muslims Office chairman Sheikhulislam Allahshukur Pashazade attended the same “Forging Pathways for Shared Sacred Flourishing” council meeting, meeting President Dharambeer Gokhool and taking part in a thematic AI-and-human-rights dialogue. Tourism Push to Russia: Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority stepped up its Moscow and Saint Petersburg roadshow, reporting 13,544 Russian visitors Jan–Apr 2026 (+7.9%), with Q1 arrivals up 15.9%, as the destination markets luxury, family and wellness escapes. Youth Travel Trends: South African Gen Z travellers are planning more trips (66% say they’ll travel more), favouring experience-led, wellness-focused journeys—and Mauritius is among the top destinations. Wellness Retreat in Mauritius: Heritage Resorts in Bel Ombre will host a three-day digital detox yoga residency with UK expert Tara Lee (30 Sep–2 Oct 2026), blending yoga, breathwork and meditation for all abilities. Governance Spotlight: A governance analysis using the Mo Ibrahim Index highlights how smaller states like Mauritius can outperform larger countries—pointing to lessons on rule of law, inclusion and human development.