Modi visits Seychelles for state visit, deepening ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Seychelles on Saturday for a three-day state visit, attending the island nation's Golden Jubilee National Day celebrations as the Guest of Honour. The visit, which runs from June 27 to 29, marks Modi's first trip to Seychelles in 11 years and coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Prime Minister Modi stated that his visit would provide an opportunity to deepen the longstanding partnership and work together to advance the progress of their peoples while promoting security and prosperity in the Indian Ocean region. He is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie to review the full spectrum of cooperation and exchange views on regional and international issues. Modi will also become the first Indian Prime Minister to address the Seychelles National Assembly and will interact with the Indian community in the country.

The visit follows President Herminie's state visit to India in February 2026, during which the two countries adopted a joint vision document and announced a $175 million Special Economic Package. Several agreements covering healthcare,...