V-P Radhakrishnan meets Seychelles parliamentary delegation, stresses deepening bilateral ties

September 3, 2026 3:35 PM

V-P Radhakrishnan meets Seychelles parliamentary delegation, stresses deepening bilateral ties

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Thursday met a parliamentary delegation from Seychelles led by Speaker of the National Assembly Azarel Ernesta at Parliament House and highlighted the longstanding ties between the two countries. V-P Radhakrishnan conveyed greetings to the government and people of Seychelles on the 50th anniversary of the country's Independence and congratulated Ernesta on becoming the first woman Speaker of the Seychelles National Assembly. Recalling his close association...

India-Seychelles ties rooted in centuries-old civilisational bonds: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

September 3, 2026 10:18 AM

India-Seychelles ties rooted in centuries-old civilisational bonds: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday said India and Seychelles share an enduring relationship rooted in centuries-old civilisational ties, a vibrant Indian diaspora and strong people-to-people connections. LS Speaker Birla made the remarks during a bilateral parliamentary dialogue with Speaker of the National Assembly of Seychelles Azarel Yolanda Ernesta and a parliamentary delegation from the island nation at the Parliament House Complex. Congratulating Ernesta on her historic election as ...

India, Seychelles step up cooperation in fisheries, aquaculture and blue economy

August 26, 2026 11:10 AM

India, Seychelles step up cooperation in fisheries, aquaculture and blue economy

India and Seychelles have agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in fisheries, aquaculture and the blue economy, with a focus on sustainable marine resource management, technology, capacity building and scientific research. The agreement was reached during a high-level bilateral meeting hosted by the Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying in New Delhi on August 25. The Seychelles delegation was led by Minister of Fisheries, Agriculture and Bl...

Indian naval ships Tarkash, Ikshak conclude Seychelles port call

July 1, 2026 10:14 PM

Indian naval ships Tarkash, Ikshak conclude Seychelles port call

Indian Naval Ships INS Tarkash and INS Ikshak have concluded their port call at Port Victoria, Seychelles, following a series of professional engagements, ceremonial events and community outreach activities held as part of the island nation's National Day and Golden Jubilee celebrations. The visit concluded on June 29 and underscored the growing maritime partnership between India and Seychelles. During the deployment, the marching contingent and Naval Band of INS Tarkash participated in the Na...

PM Modi concludes Seychelles visit, hails ‘substantive outcomes’ to strengthen bilateral ties

June 29, 2026 3:33 PM

PM Modi concludes Seychelles visit, hails ‘substantive outcomes’ to strengthen bilateral ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday concluded his State visit to Seychelles, describing it as one marked by "substantive outcomes" that will further deepen the longstanding friendship between the two nations. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "My visit to Seychelles has been filled with substantive outcomes that will boost the India-Seychelles friendship. I can confidently say that while the past fifty years of our relationship have been marked by deep trust and shared progress, the n...

PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in Victoria, offers prayers at Seychelles’ Tamil temple

June 29, 2026 3:09 PM

PM Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in Victoria, offers prayers at Seychelles’ Tamil temple

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at the Peace Park in Victoria and offered prayers at the historic Arulmigu Navasakthi Vinayagar Temple during his state visit to Seychelles, underscoring the deep cultural, spiritual and people-to-people ties between the two countries. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at the Peace Park in Victoria. Bapu's ideals transcend generations, uniting people in the pursuit of peace, justice and human dignity...

PM Modi’s Seychelles visit yields major agreements on UPI, healthcare, space and development cooperation

June 29, 2026 10:18 AM

PM Modi’s Seychelles visit yields major agreements on UPI, healthcare, space and development cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the "substantive outcomes" of his State Visit to Seychelles, announcing a series of agreements and development initiatives aimed at deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries across sectors including digital payments, healthcare, defence, agriculture, maritime cooperation and space. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "There are substantive outcomes in this Seychelles visit. Key MoUs have been signed. These include an MoU for the i...

PM Modi Receives Ceremonial Guard of Honour in Seychelles

June 28, 2026 12:59 PM

PM Modi Receives Ceremonial Guard of Honour in Seychelles

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday received a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the State House in Victoria as part of his three-day State Visit to Seychelles, reaffirming the strong and longstanding partnership between the two countries. Prime Minister Modi was welcomed by Seychelles President Patrick Herminie at the State House, where the two leaders participated in the ceremonial proceedings marking the commencement of the day's official engagements. The Prime Minister is visiting Seychelle...

PM Modi visits Seychelles National Botanical Garden, meets world’s oldest living land animal

June 27, 2026 5:33 PM

PM Modi visits Seychelles National Botanical Garden, meets world’s oldest living land animal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Seychelles President Patrick Herminie on Saturday visited the National Botanical Garden in Victoria as part of the Prime Minister's ongoing three-day State Visit to the island nation. During the visit, the two leaders planted a tree at the botanical garden, reaffirming their shared commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable development. Prime Minister Modi also interacted with the garden's staff, who briefed the visiting delegation on the rich bio...

India-Seychelles trade and investment ties gain momentum with stronger connectivity and renewable energy cooperation

June 26, 2026 4:39 PM

India-Seychelles trade and investment ties gain momentum with stronger connectivity and renewable energy cooperation

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares for his State Visit to Seychelles, the economic partnership between the two Indian Ocean neighbours continues to expand steadily, with growing trade, enhanced connectivity, increased investments and deeper cooperation in renewable energy and the blue economy. Although bilateral trade remains modest due to the absence of a direct shipping line, India and Seychelles have maintained a stable commercial relationship, supported by increasing investments, expa...