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TOP Economic Policy: A People-Centered Economy for a Stronger Mauritius

At TOP – Together Our People, we believe the economy must serve the people — not the other way around. We will shift Mauritius towards an inclusive, productive, and future-ready economy where every citizen, from every corner of our island, has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.

1. Diversify the Economic Pillars

  • TOP will modernize and expand the four key sectors: Tourism, Financial Services, ICT, and Manufacturing.
  • We will aggressively support new growth sectors such as:
    • Financial Sector and ICT
    • Green economy and renewable energy
    • Agro-innovation and food security
    • Blue economy and sustainable fisheries
    • Creative industries, arts, and film production

2. Empower Local Entrepreneurs

  • SMEs and micro-enterprises will be the engine of economic recovery and growth.
  • TOP will create:
    • A National Fund for Startups offering grants and soft loans.
    • One-stop business centres in each district for registering, licensing, and mentoring.
    • A “Made in Mauritius” campaign to promote local production in shops and exports.

3. Job Creation with Dignity

  • Our priority is meaningful jobs with fair wages, not precarious contracts or underemployment.
  • We will launch a Youth Skills and Jobs Programme linked to industry needs, including internships and apprenticeships in tourism, fintech, healthcare, and trades.
  • A Green Jobs Plan will create employment in renewable energy, conservation, and recycling sectors.

4. Digital and Financial Inclusion

  • Every citizen should be economically empowered. TOP will:
    • Ensure universal access to digital tools especially for the elderly.
    • Support mobile banking and fintech solutions to improve access to credit and savings.
    • Promote digital upskilling through free training centers.

5. Promote Economic Justice

  • TOP believes in closing the wealth gap. We will:
    • Implement progressive taxation.
    • Increase minimum wage in line with inflation and introduce living wage policies in public tenders.
    • Regulate monopolies and promote fair market competition.

6. Attract Ethical Investment

  • We will ensure that foreign direct investment (FDI) comes with clear benefits:
    • Job creation, skills transfer, and environmental protection will be conditions for approvals.
    • Encourage investment in decentralized regions to reduce urban pressure.

Together Our People, Together for Prosperity.
TOP’s economic vision is clear: a fairer, greener, and smarter Mauritius where no one is left behind. The economy should not be about numbers — it should be about people, purpose, and progress.

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