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India, Seychelles Deepen Ties with New Joint Vision During Presidential Visit

President Droupadi Murmu hosted Seychelles President Patrick Herminie on his first state visit to India, marking 50 years of diplomatic relations. The leaders adopted the "India-Seychelles Joint Vision" for enhanced cooperation in sustainability, economic growth, and security. A Special Economic Package was announced to boost collaboration in priority sectors like health, infrastructure, and defence. President Murmu emphasized Seychelles' key role in India's MAHASAGAR vision and reaffirmed India's commitment to its developmental and security needs.

Key Points: India-Seychelles Summit: New Joint Vision for Security & Growth

  • New India-Seychelles Joint Vision adopted
  • Focus on sustainability & security
  • Celebrates 50 years of diplomatic ties
  • Special Economic Package announced
  • Cooperation in health, infrastructure, defence
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VP Radhakrishnan attends Prez Murmu's banquet hosted for Seychelles President

Presidents Murmu and Herminie strengthen bilateral ties, adopting a new joint vision for sustainability and security during Seychelles leader's state visit.

"India remains ever ready to meet Seychelles' developmental and security needs. - President Droupadi Murmu"

New Delhi, February 10

Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan attended the banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu in honour of Patrick Herminie, President of Seychelles, at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday received Seychelles President Patrick Herminie at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet in his honour.

During the discussions, the two leaders underscored the immense potential to further deepen bilateral cooperation, with President Murmu noting that the newly adopted India-Seychelles Joint Vision for "Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security through Enhanced Linkages (SESEL)" provides a strong foundation for collaboration in the years ahead.

Welcoming President Herminie on his first State visit to India, President Murmu noted that India-Seychelles relations are rooted in mutual trust, respect, and a shared commitment to democracy and pluralism.

She emphasised the deep cultural links and historical connections between the two nations, noting that the Indian Ocean waves bind the peoples of both countries.

"President Droupadi Murmu received President Patrick Herminie of Seychelles at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet in his honour. The two leaders agreed that there is immense potential to further deepen the bilateral cooperation and that the "India-Seychelles Joint Vision for Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security through Enhanced Linkages" will provide a strong foundation for cooperation in the years ahead," the Rashtrapati Bhavan stated in a post on X.

President Murmu said that the visit is particularly significant as Seychelles celebrates 50 years of independence, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of India-Seychelles diplomatic relations.

She added that Seychelles holds a key place in India's MAHASAGAR Vision, which aims to strengthen cooperation through trade for development, capacity building, and mutual security. "India remains ever ready to meet Seychelles' developmental and security needs," she affirmed.

President Murmu expressed confidence that the Special Economic Package announced during the visit will provide fresh momentum to India-Seychelles cooperation across priority sectors, including health, infrastructure, education, defence, and capacity building.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good move. Seychelles is strategically important. Hope this "SESEL" joint vision translates into real projects that benefit both countries, especially in maritime security and infrastructure.
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Sarah B
It's heartening to see diplomacy that focuses on sustainability and economic growth. The 50-year milestone for both independence and diplomatic relations is a perfect time to deepen this partnership.
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Aditya G
While I appreciate the diplomatic effort, I hope the focus on "capacity building" and the special economic package leads to tangible skill development for Seychellois youth, not just symbolic agreements.
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Meera T
"The Indian Ocean waves bind the peoples of both countries" – what a beautiful sentiment from President Murmu. Our shared history and cultural links are indeed a strong foundation. Best wishes for the visit!
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Karthik V
Strategic partnerships like these are crucial. Strengthening ties with Seychelles supports our maritime security interests and opens doors for Indian businesses in sectors like health and education. A win-win.

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