The Mauritius Miracle
The small island state of Mauritius has established a track record of democracy, strong social cohesion, and rapid economic growth since independence a half-century ago. The reasons behind the country's success should be borne in mind by politicians in the US and elsewhere as they fight their budget battles.
NEW YORK β Suppose someone were to describe a small country that provided free education through university for all of its citizens, transportation for school children, and free health care β including heart surgery β for all. You might suspect that such a country is either phenomenally rich or on the fast track to fiscal crisis.