The Fragility of Success: Repositioning Mauritian development in the twenty-first century

Alastair Greig, Mark Turner, Paul D'Arcy

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Abstract

Mauritius is often considered a 'success story' to be read for salutary purposes by other small island developing states (SIDS). While it does share broadly similar attributes with many other SIDS, and acts in unison with other SIDS in international fora, local histories, cultures, geography and location invariably lead to significant differences in developmental trajectories. This paper presents an assessment of Mauritian history in order to explore the contemporary threats and opportunities that face the island in its contemporary quest to transform the island into Maurice Ile Durable. Rather than offering Mauritius as a guide to other SIDS, it presents a useful case study of the tension between establishing social equity and carving out a functional role within the global economy
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)157-178
Number of pages22
JournalIsland Studies Journal
Volume6
Issue number2
Publication statusPublished - 2011

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