Soodhun Mauritius
Soodhun expected in court today
Former minister of Commerce Showkutally Soodhun is expected to appear in the District Court of Port Louis on Friday to pay bail worth Rs 25,000 and sign an acknowledgement of debt worth Rs 200,000. In case he does not turn up as he is still hospitalised at the Apollo Bramwell hospital, Soodhun’s lawyers will have [...]
30 Sep 2011, The Independent Daily
‘Make island China’s alternative in textiles’
Minister of Industry and Commerce seeks to develop Mauritius as an alternative to Asian economic giant China in the textile sector. Showkutally Soodhun expressed his belief in the nation’s potential to attract international clientele banking on the price hikes in the Asian market. “Until now India and China controlled the textile sector. However, things are [...]
18 Apr 2011, The Independent Daily
Soodhun’s sexist remarks irk MPs
When Parliament resumed on Tuesday, the tension was palpable. This was due to the discussion between the minister of Industry and Commerce Showkutally Soodhun and Opposition whip Rajesh Bhagwan. The discussion was regarding measures taken by the Gambling Regulatory Authority to monitor the activities of bookmakers. The Parliament was interrupted when Soodhun pointed fingers at [...]
13 Apr 2011, The Independent Daily