Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold bilateral talks with President Patrick Herminie, address the National Assembly and participate as the Guest of Honour in Seychelles’ 50th National Day celebrations
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on June 27, departed for a three-day state visit to Seychelles, where he will attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the country’s National Day as the Guest of Honour.
The visit, from June 27 to 29, comes at the invitation of Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie and coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles. During the visit, Modi will become the first Indian Prime Minister to address the National Assembly of Seychelles.
In his departure statement, the Prime Minister described Seychelles as a valued maritime neighbour and a key partner in India’s Vision MAHASAGAR and its commitment to the Global South. “This year marks the 50th anniversary of our diplomatic relations, founded on mutual trust, shared democratic values, respect for diversity and strong people-to-people ties,” Modi said.
The Prime Minister is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with President Herminie to review the full spectrum of India-Seychelles cooperation and discuss regional and international issues of mutual interest. He will also interact with the Indian diaspora, participate in a tree plantation ceremony at the Botanical Gardens and visit the Seychelles Coast Guard base.
A contingent of the Indian Armed Forces, along with two Indian Navy ships, will take part in the National Day celebrations.
Expressing confidence ahead of the visit, Modi said it would further strengthen bilateral ties, deepen maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region and advance the shared vision of a secure, peaceful and prosperous region.
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