Former Mauritius Prime Minister Arrested on Money Laundering Charges

Pravind Jugnauth, linked to the controversial Chagos Islands deal, denies allegations after cash and luxury items were seized in raids.

Pravind Jugnauth, former Prime Minister of Mauritius, was arrested and provisionally charged with money laundering following searches by the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC).
Authorities seized over 120 million Mauritian rupees ($2.5 million) in cash, luxury watches, and other items from properties linked to Jugnauth's associates.
Jugnauth, who denies the charges, was released on bail under strict conditions, including restrictions on communication and travel.
The arrest has cast further scrutiny on the Chagos Islands sovereignty deal he negotiated with the UK, which has faced criticism for its financial terms and geopolitical implications.
Mauritius' current government, led by Jugnauth's political rival Navin Ramgoolam, has reopened negotiations on the Chagos agreement, seeking revised terms.