Mauritius' space program is in its early stages, focusing on the development of small satellites for civilian purposes. In terms of international space treaties, Mauritius is party to the Outer Space Treaty and the Rescue Agreement. Mauritius is a Member State to the Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space and the African Space Agency. As a Member State to the African Union, Mauritius adheres to the established space framework by the African Union, including key positions like the African Space Policy and African Space Strategy.