Seychelles.
island sovereign state off the eastern coast of Africa
- Reports this week
- 10
- Active events
- 9
- Connections
- 363
What's happening
Active this week
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Ongoing conflicts and instability in the Middle East, specifically involving Seychelles.Some support1 report
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Seychelles donated US $1,000 for flood relief efforts in Nepal.Some support1 report
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AOSIS, with Seychelles' contribution, urges Europe to change climate policy and advocates for finance to Africa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The SECAM Congress is scheduled to be held in Seychelles on September 24, 2026.Some support1 report
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Seychelles is promoting trade and economic development with Tajikistan, including sharing tourism experiences and implementing a Visa Waiver Agreement.Some support3 reports
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The Commonwealth Secretariat is supporting public sector reform in Seychelles and leading anti-corruption training in Ghana.Some support1 report
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Leaders from Seychelles and the Czech Republic discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation, focusing on academic exchanges and joint research.Some support2 reports
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Seychelles is seeking a partnership with the World Bank Group to pilot various development financing models.Some support2 reports
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Seychelles addressed the General Assembly and assured full support to the United Nations on January 1, 2023.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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The cabinet in Seychelles approved the establishment of a Hydrographic Office in SMSA.Some support1 report
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Seychelles is deepening cooperation with Namibia, focusing on fisheries, Blue Economy, and green hydrogen.Some support2 reports
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Mauritius and Seychelles are strengthening bilateral cooperation as partners of Small Island Developing States (SIDS).Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Georgia established diplomatic ties with Seychelles, focusing on capacity-building, scholarships, and potential cooperation in sports.Some support1 report
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Amid geopolitical tensions, Emirates is supporting the tourism recovery of Seychelles.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The UAE has donated desalination plants and provided water infrastructure to Seychelles, with facilities stationed on Mahé and Praslin islands.Some support3 reports
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Bilateral ties are deepening between Seychelles and the Russian Federation.Well supported3 reports
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The Green Climate Fund is providing financing for the RESIslands initiative, which is being implemented by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa and led by the African Island States Climate Commission in Seychelles.Some support1 report
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Patrick Herminie is named Commander-in-Chief of the Seychelles defense force, with Lisa DuBois and Michael Rosette also serving in defense roles.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Seychelles defense forces are strengthening national maritime security capacity with new vessels, including a Fast Response Boat supplied by Yamaha and funded by Japan.Some support1 report
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Seychelles is deepening its strategic partnerships by providing defense support, including patrol vessels, and economic packages.Well supported37 reports4 developments inside
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Seychelles Meteorological Authority issues warnings about severe weather conditions.Some support1 report
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Seychelles achieved the highest GDP per person among African nations.Some support1 report
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Reef fish abundance supports the national economy of Seychelles on Frégate Island.Some support1 report
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President Herminie leads a national sporting event while Minister Pierre addresses youth development in Seychelles.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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President Herminie and Minister Pierre participated in the launch of SEYPwUD in Seychelles.Some support2 reports
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Patrick Herminie chaired a cabinet meeting in Seychelles where national initiatives for community development were approved.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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President Herminie assented to an Act, and Pierre Laporte serves as a Minister in Seychelles.Some support3 reports
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India leverages its G20 Presidency to strengthen ties, hosting PM Modi's state visit to Seychelles and welcoming the African Union as a permanent G20 member.Well supported23 reports1 development inside
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Om Birla held a bilateral dialogue with a Seychelles delegation during PM Modi's state visit.Some support1 report
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The ambassador-designate of Saudi Arabia to Seychelles presented credentials to the President of Seychelles.Some support1 report
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Wallace Cosgrow leads a delegation from Seychelles.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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President offered condolences for the disaster affecting the border between Nepal and Tibet, which is currently experiencing floods.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Seychelles announces developments regarding its strategic partnerships, including specialized tools for the Dornier fleet and an MoU on capacity building in agriculture and meat.Some support2 reports
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Closure of an abattoir facility involving multiple countries including Botswana, Seychelles, Mauritius, Europe, Zambia, and Lesotho.Some support1 report
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A UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa discussed strategic partnerships for tourism recovery, noting the impact of the Middle East crisis.Well supported4 reports
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Bilateral talks between Seychelles and South Africa focused on economic cooperation and investor interest during the 46th SADC Ordinary Summit.Some support1 report1 development inside
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President Herminie of Seychelles visited South Africa on August 16, 2026.Some support4 reports
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OKX partnered with BitGo for custodian services, leveraging licenses in Dubai and operating under Seychelles regulation.Some support1 report
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China is utilizing Djibouti as a base in the Horn of Africa while India proposes a naval base on Assumption Island to counter China's Indo-Pacific expansion.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Seychelles and Tanzania enhanced air connectivity and granted Fifth Freedom Traffic Rights via ICAO registration.Some support1 report
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A Seychelles Air Force Dornier aircraft is undergoing international movement to India for maintenance services.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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A Brooklyn-born chef works in St. Croix, while a focus on Seychelles is highlighted in Shaw.Some support1 report
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Albert René led Seychelles during its one-party era, and the nation is geographically located as an island state in Africa.Some support1 report
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Seychelles supports the modernization and institutional capacity of the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC).Some support2 reports
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Countries are co-building low-carbon demonstration zones and signing cooperation agreements to advance sustainable development.Some support1 report
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Daliso Chaponda conducts comedy workshops in Seychelles.Some support2 reports
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Seychelles and Sri Lanka are aiming to strengthen their bilateral friendship through new associations.Some support1 report
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Mauritius, Seychelles, and Viridien jointly approved a Multi-Client Seismic Survey Agreement.Well supported4 reports
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Patrick Herminie attended a ceremony as former President and presided over a commission supporting national unity in Seychelles.Some support4 reports
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Seychelles seeks a partnership with the UNODC to implement community policing initiatives.Some support2 reports
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President of Seychelles shared legal expertise and judicial service with Fiji and Sri Lanka.Some support1 report
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US chargé d’affaires serves in Seychelles.Some support1 report
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Narendra Modi visited Seychelles for the Golden Jubilee, with Indian defense forces participating in the celebrations.Well supported147 reports1 development inside
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President Herminie led the Golden Jubilee celebrations in Seychelles, which included artifacts traveling aboard the ISS.Some support1 report
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Diplomatic relations are being reaffirmed between Seychelles and Pretoria, with an ambassador to be resident in Pretoria, involving Barry Faure.Some support1 report
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The new event is a collection of disparate facts: France formally claimed the islands in 1756, and nuts were found in Amsterdam antique shops.Some support1 report
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A shared tourism strategy informed regional cooperation between Seychelles and the Indian Ocean in 1995.Some support1 report
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NBCC secures a housing contract in Seychelles, while Kenya suspends mining operations and a pharma partnership enables market entry.Some support3 reports
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President Patrick Herminie of Seychelles pledged to introduce Starlink to support the nation's digital transformation.Some support1 report
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Patrick Herminie congratulated Burnham on a UK appointment, referencing shared Commonwealth membership and UK support for small island developing states.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Seychelles
Recent events traced to Seychelles, step by stepAround Seychelles this week
News at the entities that move Seychelles most-
cabinet StructuralThe Cabinet cleared a 3% Dearness Allowance hike for employees, citing rising inflation.Moves Seychelles
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Patrick Herminie StructuralPatrick Herminie is currently serving as the President of the Republic of Seychelles.Moves Seychelles
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Narendra Modi OperationalNarendra Modi and Droupadi Murmu jointly launched development projects worth over ₹47,600 crore on June 1st.Moves Seychelles
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Sebastien Pillay StructuralPatrick Herminie and Sebastien Pillay are attending the 81st UNGA session in New York, with Pillay assuming Herminie's responsibilities.Moves Seychelles
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Mauritius OperationalThe UK government addresses the Chagos Islands agreement funding package and retains operational control of the Diego Garcia base.Moves Seychelles
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Beijing StructuralA Congressional Delegation condemned Beijing's new law regarding ethnic minorities.Moves Seychelles
Connections
The 40 strongest of 363, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
cabinet Structural
The cabinet serves as the executive body responsible for governing and implementing national policies and strategies of Seychelles.
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La Digue Structural
La Digue is a geographically and politically included island community of Seychelles.
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Patrick Herminie Structural
Patrick Herminie serves as the President of Seychelles, formally leading the government and representing the nation.
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India Operational
A deep, multi-sectoral strategic partnership focused on defense, economic development, and maritime security cooperation.
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Wallace Cosgrow Structural
Wallace Cosgrow serves as the Principal Minister of Seychelles, holding a formal governmental role.
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David Pierre Structural
David Pierre holds the appointed office of Minister for Education within the government structure of Seychelles.
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Mauritius Operational
The two states maintain strong bilateral ties through diplomatic cooperation, joint resource management, and shared economic interests in the Indian Ocean.
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Rohit Rathish Structural
Rohit Rathish serves as the High Commissioner to Seychelles.
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Narendra Modi Operational
The relationship is characterized by repeated high-level state visits and bilateral diplomatic cooperation between Seychelles and Narendra Modi.
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Beijing Structural
The strategic partnership between Seychelles and China is maintained through Chinese leverage, including threats of sanctions and debt relief revocation.
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Michael Rosette Structural
Michael Rosette serves as a senior officer within the defense force structure of Seychelles.
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Indian Army Operational
The two entities maintain a strong strategic partnership involving the deployment of the Indian Army in Seychelles for national events.
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Africa Operational
Seychelles functions as a strategic gateway and regional pioneer, actively participating in African cooperation and sharing continental challenges.
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African Union Structural
Seychelles is a member state of the African Union and engages in cooperation with the regional organization.
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Lisa DuBois Structural
Lisa DuBois serves as a private in the defence force of Seychelles.
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Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation Structural
Seychelles functions as the sovereign state that mandates and provides the operational existence for the Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation.
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Seychelles Fisheries Authority Structural
The Seychelles Fisheries Authority operates under the jurisdiction of Seychelles to guide sustainable fisheries.
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Goa Shipyard Limited Transactional
Goa Shipyard Limited has supplied defense equipment, including patrol vessels and FPV units, to Seychelles.
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Sebastien Pillay Structural
Sebastien Pillay holds a formal, high-ranking governmental position within the state of Seychelles.
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Albert René Structural
Albert René held the leadership role in Seychelles during a specific one-party era.
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CEPS Structural
CEPS functions as the official representative body for Seychelles within a regional organization.
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United Nations Structural
Seychelles functions as a member state within the organizational structure of the United Nations.
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OKX Structural
OKX is subject to formal regulatory oversight provided by the state of Seychelles.
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Namibia Operational
Namibia and Seychelles are actively cooperating on Blue Economy initiatives, fisheries, and green hydrogen development.
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Dornier Structural
Seychelles formally integrates and utilizes Dornier aircraft for its coast guard and air force surveillance operations.
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African Union Commission Operational
Seychelles cooperates with the African Union Commission, which focuses on addressing the unique challenges and vulnerabilities of Small Island Developing States.
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Azarel Ernesta Structural
Azarel Ernesta serves as the Speaker of the Seychelles National Assembly.
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Modi Operational
Modi's official visits and public statements are observed to positively influence Seychelles' international business and trade profile.
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Réunion Operational
The two islands cooperate on security matters and face shared challenges.
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South Africa Operational
The relationship is characterized by ongoing bilateral talks focused on economic cooperation, investor interests, and a formalized Joint Commission.
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Viridien Transactional
Seychelles and Viridien partnered on an agreement for seismic data acquisition in the Joint Management Area.
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Indian Navy Transactional
The Indian Navy conducts port calls and participates in national celebrations in Seychelles.
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Pierre Laporte Structural
Pierre Laporte holds a ministerial post in the government of Seychelles.
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SBC Structural
The company operates under the legal and operational mandates established by the country's corporate act.
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United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Structural
Seychelles is functionally integrating its case management system with the operational standards of UNODC.
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Middle East Operational
Geopolitical crises and tensions in the Middle East negatively impact travel demand and the tourism industry of Seychelles.
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London Operational
Seychelles leverages London's market presence for trade fairs, while UK trade influences Seychelles' destination status.
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United Arab Emirates Transactional
The UAE provided water infrastructure and donated containerized desalination plants to Seychelles.
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Zambia Operational
Seychelles and Zambia are engaged in enhanced agricultural cooperation and trade, with Zambia supplying food security benefits to Seychelles.
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Xi Jinping Operational
Seychelles and Xi Jinping maintain a strategic partnership characterized by mutual cooperation and support for national development goals.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
22 events- Ongoing conflicts and instability in the Middle East, specifically involving Seychelles.
- Seychelles donated US $1,000 for flood relief efforts in Nepal.
- The SECAM Congress is scheduled to be held in Seychelles on September 24, 2026.
- Seychelles is promoting trade and economic development with Tajikistan, including sharing tourism experiences and implementing a Visa Waiver Agreement.
- The Commonwealth Secretariat is supporting public sector reform in Seychelles and leading anti-corruption training in Ghana.
- Leaders from Seychelles and the Czech Republic discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation, focusing on academic exchanges and joint research.
- Seychelles is seeking a partnership with the World Bank Group to pilot various development financing models.
- Seychelles addressed the General Assembly and assured full support to the United Nations on January 1, 2023.
- The cabinet in Seychelles approved the establishment of a Hydrographic Office in SMSA.
- Seychelles is deepening cooperation with Namibia, focusing on fisheries, Blue Economy, and green hydrogen.
- Mauritius and Seychelles are strengthening bilateral cooperation as partners of Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
- Georgia established diplomatic ties with Seychelles, focusing on capacity-building, scholarships, and potential cooperation in sports.
- The UAE has donated desalination plants and provided water infrastructure to Seychelles, with facilities stationed on Mahé and Praslin islands.
- The Green Climate Fund is providing financing for the RESIslands initiative, which is being implemented by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa and led by the African Island States Climate Commission in Seychelles.
- Patrick Herminie is named Commander-in-Chief of the Seychelles defense force, with Lisa DuBois and Michael Rosette also serving in defense roles.
- Seychelles defense forces are strengthening national maritime security capacity with new vessels, including a Fast Response Boat supplied by Yamaha and funded by Japan.
- Seychelles Meteorological Authority issues warnings about severe weather conditions.
- Seychelles achieved the highest GDP per person among African nations.
- Reef fish abundance supports the national economy of Seychelles on Frégate Island.
- President Herminie and Minister Pierre participated in the launch of SEYPwUD in Seychelles.
- Om Birla held a bilateral dialogue with a Seychelles delegation during PM Modi's state visit.
- The ambassador-designate of Saudi Arabia to Seychelles presented credentials to the President of Seychelles.
August 2026
24 events- AOSIS, with Seychelles' contribution, urges Europe to change climate policy and advocates for finance to Africa.
- Wallace Cosgrow leads a delegation from Seychelles.
- President offered condolences for the disaster affecting the border between Nepal and Tibet, which is currently experiencing floods.
- Seychelles announces developments regarding its strategic partnerships, including specialized tools for the Dornier fleet and an MoU on capacity building in agriculture and meat.
- Closure of an abattoir facility involving multiple countries including Botswana, Seychelles, Mauritius, Europe, Zambia, and Lesotho.
- Bilateral talks between Seychelles and South Africa focused on economic cooperation and investor interest during the 46th SADC Ordinary Summit.
- President Herminie of Seychelles visited South Africa on August 16, 2026.
- OKX partnered with BitGo for custodian services, leveraging licenses in Dubai and operating under Seychelles regulation.
- Seychelles and Tanzania enhanced air connectivity and granted Fifth Freedom Traffic Rights via ICAO registration.
- A Brooklyn-born chef works in St. Croix, while a focus on Seychelles is highlighted in Shaw.
- Albert René led Seychelles during its one-party era, and the nation is geographically located as an island state in Africa.
- Seychelles supports the modernization and institutional capacity of the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC).
- Countries are co-building low-carbon demonstration zones and signing cooperation agreements to advance sustainable development.
- Daliso Chaponda conducts comedy workshops in Seychelles.
- Seychelles and Sri Lanka are aiming to strengthen their bilateral friendship through new associations.
- Mauritius, Seychelles, and Viridien jointly approved a Multi-Client Seismic Survey Agreement.
- Patrick Herminie attended a ceremony as former President and presided over a commission supporting national unity in Seychelles.
- Seychelles seeks a partnership with the UNODC to implement community policing initiatives.
- President of Seychelles shared legal expertise and judicial service with Fiji and Sri Lanka.
- US chargé d’affaires serves in Seychelles.
- President Herminie led the Golden Jubilee celebrations in Seychelles, which included artifacts traveling aboard the ISS.
- Diplomatic relations are being reaffirmed between Seychelles and Pretoria, with an ambassador to be resident in Pretoria, involving Barry Faure.
- The new event is a collection of disparate facts: France formally claimed the islands in 1756, and nuts were found in Amsterdam antique shops.
- A shared tourism strategy informed regional cooperation between Seychelles and the Indian Ocean in 1995.
July 2026
7 events- Bilateral ties are deepening between Seychelles and the Russian Federation.
- A UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa discussed strategic partnerships for tourism recovery, noting the impact of the Middle East crisis.
- China is utilizing Djibouti as a base in the Horn of Africa while India proposes a naval base on Assumption Island to counter China's Indo-Pacific expansion.
- A Seychelles Air Force Dornier aircraft is undergoing international movement to India for maintenance services.
- NBCC secures a housing contract in Seychelles, while Kenya suspends mining operations and a pharma partnership enables market entry.
- President Patrick Herminie of Seychelles pledged to introduce Starlink to support the nation's digital transformation.
- Patrick Herminie congratulated Burnham on a UK appointment, referencing shared Commonwealth membership and UK support for small island developing states.
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June 2026
7 events- Amid geopolitical tensions, Emirates is supporting the tourism recovery of Seychelles.
- Seychelles is deepening its strategic partnerships by providing defense support, including patrol vessels, and economic packages.
- President Herminie leads a national sporting event while Minister Pierre addresses youth development in Seychelles.
- Patrick Herminie chaired a cabinet meeting in Seychelles where national initiatives for community development were approved.
- President Herminie assented to an Act, and Pierre Laporte serves as a Minister in Seychelles.
- India leverages its G20 Presidency to strengthen ties, hosting PM Modi's state visit to Seychelles and welcoming the African Union as a permanent G20 member.
- Narendra Modi visited Seychelles for the Golden Jubilee, with Indian defense forces participating in the celebrations.