India and Mauritius have agreed to establish a satellite tracking station near Diego Garcia, a key US-UK military base in the Indian Ocean.
The agreement was signed during Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam's visit to India.
It will enhance India's satellite data tracking capabilities.
India has also reaffirmed Mauritius' sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, which include the Diego Garcia base.
A $680 million development package has been announced for Mauritius, focusing on maritime security, infrastructure, and economic cooperation.
Both nations have strengthened their ties with enhanced maritime security cooperation, including joint hydrographic surveys and capacity-building for Mauritius' Coast Guard.