Mauritius is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, about 2,000 kilometers (1,200 miles) off the southeast coast of the African continent. It is a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-lingual country with a diverse and vibrant economy.

The official language of Mauritius is English, but French, Creole, and other languages are also widely spoken. The population of Mauritius is around 1.3 million people, and the country is known for its rich cultural heritage, with influences from African, Indian, Chinese, and European traditions.

Mauritius has a parliamentary democracy with a President as the head of state and a Prime Minister as the head of government. The country has a relatively stable political system and has a long history of peaceful transitions of power.

The economy of Mauritius is diverse and well-developed, with a strong focus on tourism, manufacturing, and financial services. The country has a high per capita income and a relatively low poverty rate compared to many other countries in the region.

Mauritius is a member of several regional and international organizations, including the African Union, the Southern African Development Community, and the Commonwealth of Nations. It has strong ties with a number of countries, including India, France, and the United Kingdom.

Mauritius maintains contact with 16 countries. The five most intense relations Mauritius has are with: India with a score of 3 614 , United States with a score of 3 568 , Bangladesh with a score of 2 261 , United Kingdom with a score of 1 835 , and Malaysia with a score of 1 680 .

The top five closest relations from Mauritius are: United States with a score of 7.46 , China with a score of 6.03 , United Kingdom with a score of 5.97 , Turkey with a score of 5.87 , and Kenya with a score of 5.49 .

While, the top five strained relations from Mauritius are: India with a score of 4.81 , Kosovo with a score of 4.85 , Israel with a score of 4.99 , South Africa with a score of 5.0 , and Russia with a score of 5.0 .