Trade & Health Links: India and Oman’s Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) kicks in from June 1, with Indian exports getting 100% duty-free access to Oman for most tariff lines—covering sectors like textiles and agriculture, plus zero-duty access for key Indian industrial goods; the pact follows earlier trade deals including one with Mauritius (April 2021), a reminder that regional commerce can shape supply chains for medicines, medical inputs, and healthcare services. Genomics & Equity: A new push highlights how Africa’s genetic diversity is still underrepresented in global genomic databases, warning that medicine built on mostly European data can miss health insights relevant to African populations. Mosquito-Borne Disease Watch: France reported 92 imported mosquito-borne cases in May (mostly dengue), with authorities urging vigilance as the tiger mosquito is established and active through the season. Mental Health Policy: South Africa’s Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi will keynote a WHO-led regional mental health workshop, bringing together Mauritius and other countries to share best practices ahead of a major summit in Kigali. Wellness Sport: India unveiled the first World Yogasana Championship 2026 (June 4–8), with delegations including Mauritius—another signal of yoga moving further into mainstream wellness and sport.