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PM Modi concludes 3-day visit to Seychelles with 'substantive outcomes'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday concluded his three-day visit to Seychelles, during which he held wide-ranging talks with President Patrick Herminie to boost bilateral ties and advance a common vision for a safe and prosperous Indian Ocean region. PM Modi was seen off at the airport by Seychelles' Vice-President Sebastien Pillay and members of the Indian diaspora. "My visit to Seychelles has been filled with substantive outcomes that will boost the India-Seychelles friendship," Modi said in a post on X after departure. Modi said the past 50 years of India-Seychelles ties have been marked by deep trust and shared progress. "The next fifty years will be defined by innovation, sustainability and shared prosperity." During the visit, which began on Saturday, Modi attended the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of Seychelles as the Guest of Honour. "I am happy to have joined the National Day celebrations and that too during the time when Seychelles marks 50 years of

PM Modi concludes 3-day visit to Seychelles with 'substantive outcomes'
Updated On : 29 Jun 2026 | 3:36 PM IST

Seychelles, India seek a world where development is more inclusive: PM Modi

Addressing the National Assembly of Seychelles, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to climate justice, inclusive development and deeper bilateral ties

Seychelles, India seek a world where development is more inclusive: PM Modi
Updated On : 28 Jun 2026 | 7:25 PM IST

Seychelles confers honorary 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title on PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday was conferred with the honorary 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title by Seychelles for his steadfast commitment to environmental conservation and advancing the aspirations of the Small Island Developing States. The title was Modi's 34th international honour from a foreign nation. President Patrick Herminie presented Modi with the title here, the first such honour bestowed by Seychelles. PM Modi thanked Seychelles for the honour and dedicated it to the nations which are fighting the challenges of climate change. "Grateful to the people and Government of Seychelles as well as President Herminie for conferring upon me the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon'," PM Modi posted on social media after receiving the honour. "I humbly accept this honour and dedicate it to all those countries that are fighting the challenge of climate change and consider environmental protection their responsibility towards future generations. This is a pressing challenge whi

Seychelles confers honorary 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title on PM Modi
Updated On : 28 Jun 2026 | 3:23 PM IST

PM Modi arrives in Seychelles, hands over 'Made in India' patrol vessel

Prime Minister will be Guest of Honour at golden jubilee celebrations and address the National Assembly during three-day visit

PM Modi arrives in Seychelles, hands over 'Made in India' patrol vessel
Updated On : 27 Jun 2026 | 10:37 PM IST

PM Modi leaves for Seychelles on three-day visit to deepen bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said Seychelles is a valued maritime neighbour and a key partner in the 'Vision MAHASAGAR' and India's shared commitment to the Global South. In his departure statement, ahead of his three-day visit to the Indian Ocean island country, Modi also said that he looked forward to the bilateral discussions aimed at further strengthening the enduring friendship. "Together, we will work to advance the progress of our peoples, and promote security and prosperity in the Indian Ocean region," he said. The prime minister said he will undertake the state visit from June 27-29 at the invitation of President of the Republic of Seychelles Patrick Herminie, during which he will participate in the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of Seychelles as the Guest of Honour. "Seychelles is a valued maritime neighbour and a key partner in our Vision MAHASAGAR and our shared commitment to the Global South," he said in the statement. PM Modi said this ye

PM Modi leaves for Seychelles on three-day visit to deepen bilateral ties
Updated On : 27 Jun 2026 | 10:38 AM IST

India announces special economic package of $175 million for Seychelles

Package includes food security support, infrastructure, health, defence and maritime cooperation as India and Seychelles sign agreements to deepen ties in the Indian Ocean region

India announces special economic package of $175 million for Seychelles
Updated On : 09 Feb 2026 | 11:01 PM IST

PM Modi announces $175 million special economic package for Seychelles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi underlined that the package would create new employement and skill-training opportunties for the people and especially youth of Seychelles

PM Modi announces $175 million special economic package for Seychelles
Updated On : 09 Feb 2026 | 2:22 PM IST

6 fully vaccinated people die of Covid in world's most vaccinated country

Of those dead in Seychelles, five had taken Covishield and one had been given Sinopharm.

6 fully vaccinated people die of Covid in world's most vaccinated country
Updated On : 02 Jul 2021 | 9:32 AM IST

PM Modi, Seychelles President to inaugurate projects at virtual event today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is participating in a high-level virtual meeting with the President of Seychelles Wavel Ramkalawan on Thursday to inaugurate a range of projects

PM Modi, Seychelles President to inaugurate projects at virtual event today
Updated On : 08 Apr 2021 | 7:41 AM IST

PM Modi, Seychelles President to inaugurate projects in online event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan will participate in a virtual event on Thursday during which a range of Indian projects in the Seychelles will be inaugurated.

PM Modi, Seychelles President to inaugurate projects in online event
Updated On : 07 Apr 2021 | 8:28 PM IST

Modi greets Ramkalawan on winning presidential polls in Seychelles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted Wavel Ramkalawan following his win in the presidential elections in Seychelles

Modi greets Ramkalawan on winning presidential polls in Seychelles
Updated On : 25 Oct 2020 | 8:15 PM IST

An underwater speech: Seychelles Prez calls to protect 'beating blue heart'

President Danny Faure's call for action, the first-ever live speech from an underwater submersible, comes from one of the many island nations threatened by global warming

An underwater speech: Seychelles Prez calls to protect 'beating blue heart'
Updated On : 14 Apr 2019 | 3:08 PM IST

Seychelles President arrives in Gujarat, to visit IIM-A, Sabarmati Ashram

The visit comes on the heels of his government's announcement earlier this month that a joint project with India to develop a naval base at Assumption Island would not move forward.

Seychelles President arrives in Gujarat, to visit IIM-A, Sabarmati Ashram
Updated On : 23 Jun 2018 | 9:44 AM IST