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Africa-Press – Mauritius. <\/strong><\/span>Dr Michael Atchia needs no introduction to our readers as a pedagogue with an interest in environmental matters. We chose to seek his views on his previous appeal for a government of national unity, on the directions the development of the country is taking and concrete ways forward for a greener, sustainable, more self-sufficient island when, like many, we are caught in the disruptions and upheavals caused by the Ukraine conflict.<\/p>\n

Mauritius Times: We are living in volatile times that, just two months ago, we would not have imagined. The Ukraine war has proved to be a major blow to the global economy, and it would seem that dealing with its disruptive impacts is also proving to be a headache to most governments, including ours.<\/p>\n

How would you say the current government is doing in that respect? Dr Michael Atchia: Minor country, minor world role. Nevertheless, Mauritius voted for the resolution condemning Russia for aggression in Ukraine at UN General Assembly.<\/p>\n

Others reacted. The worldwide effects of any war, especially this one involving a superpower, Russia can be far reaching, affecting food supply, energy, world trade, bilateral and group alliances such as EU, AU, SADC. Read More\u2026 Become a Subscriber Mauritius Times ePaper Friday 6 May 2022<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Mauritius<\/a> Follow Africa-Press<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Mauritius. Dr Michael Atchia needs no introduction to our readers as a pedagogue with an interest in environmental matters. 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