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Economic Development Board Act 2017 (No. 11 of 2017).

Country/Territory
Mauritius
Document type
Legislation
Date
2017
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Legal Supplement to the Government Gazette of Mauritius No. 71 of 27 July 2017.
Long title
An Act to provide for the establishment of the Economic Development Board.
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, General
Keyword
Agricultural development Institution Business/industry/corporations Fiscal and market measures
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa, Indian Ocean, Small Island Developing States
Abstract

This Act establishes the Economic Development Board and provides with respect to its functions, powers and administration. The Act also makes provision with regard to business facilitation and investment promotion. The objects of the Economic Development Board shall be to – (a) provide strong institutional support for strategic economic planning and ensure greater coherence and effectiveness in economic policy formulation; (b) promote Mauritius as an attractive investment and business centre, a competitive export platform as well as an international financial centre; (c) act as the main institution responsible for country branding for investment promotion; and (d) facilitate both inward and outward investment and ensure a conducive business environment. Consequential amendments are made to various other Acts.

Full text
English
Website
mauritiusassembly.govmu.org

References - Legislation

Amends

Morcellement Act.

Legislation | Mauritius | 1990 (2000)

Keyword: Land-use planning, Subdivision of land, Institution, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Maritime Zones Act 2005 (Act No. 2 of 2005).

Legislation | Mauritius | 2005

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Basic legislation, Maritime zone, Territorial sea, EEZ-Exclusive Economic Zone, Continental shelf, Navigation, Offences/penalties, Sovereignty, Cultural heritage, Marine protected areas, Protected area

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Environment Protection Act.

Legislation | Mauritius | 1991 (2001)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Environmental planning, Institution, EIA, Environmental standards, Special fund, Authorization/permit, Coastal zone management, Offences/penalties, Marine pollution, Policy/planning, Standards, Protection of environment, Pollution control

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Fisheries and Marine Resources Act (Act No. 22 of 1998).

Legislation | Mauritius | 1998

Keyword: Basic legislation, Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Mariculture, Fish disease, Fishing authorization, Registration, Foreign fishing, Fishing gear/fishing method, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Animal health, Authorization/permit, Ecosystem preservation, Management/conservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Sugar Industry Efficiency Act.

Legislation | Mauritius | 1988 (1990)

Keyword: Agricultural development, Subsidy/incentive, Agricultural land, Sugar

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Transcription and Mortgage Act.

Legislation | Mauritius | 1982 (2009)

Keyword: Cadastre/land registration, Transfer

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority Act 2009 (No. 18 of 2009).

Legislation | Mauritius | 2009

Keyword: Agricultural development, Institution, Registration, Subsidy/incentive, Agricultural extension, Non-governmental entity, Cooperative/producer organization

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Planning and Development Act 2004.

Legislation | Mauritius | 2004 (2009)

Keyword: EIA, Basic legislation, Land-use planning, Institution, Court/tribunal, Contract/agreement, Enforcement/compliance, Waterworks

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Economic Development Board (Amendment of Schedule) Regulations 2018 (GN No. 21 of 2018).

Legislation | Mauritius | 2018

Keyword: Agricultural development, Business/industry/corporations, Fiscal and market measures

Source: FAO, FAOLEX