Indian Ocean States exchanges experience on use of Artificial Intelligence for parliamentary works

National Assembly delegates, including Speakers, Deputy Speakers, Members of Parliament and Parliamentary Staff, from the Seychelles, Comoros and Madagascar, are currently on a visit to Mauritius with the objective to take note of the use and implementation of Artifical Intelligence in parliamentary works.

In this context, a presentation and demonstration on AI applications in parliamentary work were held yesterday in the presence of Speaker of the National Assembly, Mrs Shirin Aumeeruddy-Cziffra in Port- Louis.

In her address, Mrs Aumeeruddy-Cziffra highlighted the potential of AI to enhance parliamentary work, strengthen institutional functions, improve monitoring and support decision-making. She stressed the need for institutions to adapt to emerging technologies and integrate AI across different sectors of the economy.

The Speaker also emphasised the importance of multilateralism, noting that no State can operate in isolation. She called for enhanced cooperation among Small Island Developing States (SIDS), particularly through the sharing of expertise and the pooling of resources on matters of common interest.

“Small States have no alternative but to engage in regional and international organisations in order to better defend their interests,” she stated. She advocated an open and “multi-circle” approach whereby countries can make their voices heard, defend their interests, contribute their expertise and benefit from the expertise of others.

Referring to the signing of the Ministerial Declaration of Port Louis in 1982 and the Victoria Agreement in 1984, Mrs Aumeeruddy-Cziffra noted that the Indian Ocean region is currently facing instability. She stressed the importance of strengthening cooperation among Mauritius, Madagascar, Comoros, Seychelles and Réunion, particularly in relation to blue economy and maritime security.

She further expressed confidence that the visit would provide participants with an opportunity to observe Mauritius’ experience in incorporating AI into parliamentary work and to explore its potential in monitoring complex areas within Government institutions.

The Speaker also expressed appreciation to the Indian Ocean Commission, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Indian Ocean Commission, the French Development Agency and the European Union for their support in organising initiatives aimed at promoting dialogue, regional cooperation and the sharing of expertise among countries of the region

03 October 2026

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Topics: Diplomacy, National Assembly, Artificial Intelligence