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Prime Minister’s Office (Defence and Home Affairs)

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Vision  

To contribute in building a modern and fair society, by upholding good governance principles and consolidating our democratic fundamentals​. ​

  

Mission  

To be a dedicated service provider, using proactive, quality and customer-focused policies, administrative p​​ractices and emerging technologies, to protect the national and territorial integrity aiming at upgrading the day-to-day lives of the citizens of Mauritius.​

 

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​The m​ain functions carried out by this Office include:​

► Formulating and implementing policies to safeguard national security and protect

the country against terro​rism and terrorism financing as well as other emerging

security threats.

► Coordinating with law enforcement agencies for the maintenance of internal

security and public order.

► Coordinating with law enforcement agencies to secure the borders of Mauritius,

implement and prevent abuse of immigration and citizenship laws and manage​

migration.

► Managing the issuance of residence permits, visas, and authorisations under the

Immigration Act and the Non-Citizens (Property Restriction) Act.

► Overseeing matters related to civil status, migration, and population control.

► Developing and reinforcing governance and accountability structures, including

protection of individual rights and promotion of human rights.

► Reporting to international organisations on adherence to treaties and conventions

ratified by Mauritius in the fields of security, human rights, and immigration.

► Providing policy directives of a general nature to parastatal bodies and institutions

falling under its purview.​


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