Military & Security
Mauritius
Military - note
The Mauritius Police Force (MPF) identifies several key security objectives, which encompass the fight against narcotics trafficking, maintenance of public order, the battle against cybercrime, enhancement of maritime security, and readiness for natural disasters; India serves as the MPF's main security ally, offering training and other forms of support to the National Coast Guard, while Indian naval ships frequently conduct patrols in the nation's waters; Furthermore, the MPF has benefitted from training and assistance provided by France, the UK, and the US.
The Special Mobile Force was established in 1960, subsequent to the departure of the British garrison (2025).
Military and security forces
Mauritius does not maintain regular military forces; instead, the Mauritius Police Force (MPF), which operates under the Ministry of Defense, is tasked with ensuring the nation's security; this includes a paramilitary division known as the Special Mobile Force, which comprises certain motorized infantry and light armored units; in addition, the MPF has a Police Helicopter Squadron, a Special Support Unit (riot police), and the National Coast Guard (2025).