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'Hope' for Seychelles: How India remains the dominant security provider in Indian Ocean Prime Minister Modi's Seychelles visit bolstered India's defence diplomacy, gifting the patrol vessel 'Lespwar' and other crucial assets. This move, part of the MAHASAGAR initiative, reinforces India's commitment as a net security provider in the Indian Ocean. The donation strengthens Seychelles' maritime capabilities and deepens collective security amidst growing regional geopolitical shifts, mirroring India's broader strategy of empowering partner nations with indigenous defence equipment.

India news: Modi hails Seychelles as valued martime partner India's PM Narendra Modi is in the middle of an official tour to the Seychelles. Modi arrived in Victoria on Saturday with deepening of martime, security and economic ties on his docket. DW has the latest.

PM Modi Hails India-Seychelles Ties As 'Steady, Strong And Long-Lasting' ETV Bharat / international PM Modi Hails India-Seychelles Ties As 'Steady, Strong And Long-Lasting' Modi handed over 'Made in India' fast patrol vessel to the Seychelles' coast guard, reaffirming New Delhi's commitment to strengthening the nation’s maritime security capabilities. In this image posted on June 27, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie and others during the handing-over ceremony of a fast petrol vessel with cars and ambulances at the Coast Guard Base, in Victoria, Seychelles. ( PTI ) By ETV Bharat English Team Published : June 28, 2026 at 7:27 AM IST 4 Min Read New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday described the India-Seychelles friendship as "steady, strong and long-lasting" and said the two countries would "together win the race" as he addressed a state dinner hosted by the archipelagic nation's President Patrick Herminie. Modi arrived in Seychelles earlier in the day on a three-day official visit, during which he will attend the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of Seychelles as the Guest of Honour and hold talks with Preside…

PM Modi arrives in Seychelles, to mark 50 years of relations, chart ... Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Victoria Saturday to start his three-day state visit to Seychelles, during which he will hold talks with President Patrick Herminie and attend the golden jubilee celebrations of the archipelago nation’s National Day celebrations as Guest of Honour. At Seychelles International Airport, Modi was welcomed by Herminie and the two leaders drove together to Seychelles’ National Botanical Garden. The PM received a ceremonial Guard of Honour, in the presence of Seychelles Cabinet ministers and senior dignitaries. “Seychelles is a valued maritime partner and a close friend in the Indian Ocean. Looking forward to a productive visit aimed at further strengthening our longstanding ties and enhancing cooperation for the benefit of the people of our nations,” the PM said on X upon landing. Ahead of his departure from NewDelhi, Modi said Seychelles is a valued maritime neighbour and a key partner in the Vision Mahasagar (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) and India’s shared commitment to the Global South. Modi further said that he looks forward t…

PM Modi Seychelles Visit Highlights: PM Modi hands over patrol vessel ... Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday took part in the handing-over ceremony of the Fast Patrol VesselLespwar, along with ambulances and utility vehicles for the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF), at the Seychelles Coast Guard Base. Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie joined the Prime Minister during the ceremony. Sharing the update on X, PM Modi said the handover of the Fast Patrol VesselLespwar, ambulances and utility vehicles reflects the close cooperation between India and Seychelles and underscores India's commitment to supporting the island nation's maritime security and defence capabilities. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday received a warm welcome from the Indian community in Seychelles during his visit to the island nation. Sharing the moments on X, the Prime Minister said the deep affection of the Indian diaspora for India and its enduring contribution to Seychelles' progress are truly admirable. The Indian community in Seychelles accorded a very warm welcome this evening. Their deep affection for India and enduring contribution to Seychelles' progress are truly admirable. The Indi…

PM Modi Returns to Seychelles After 11 Years, Here's Why the Visit ... Prime Minister Narendra Modi has landed in Victoria for a three-day state visit marking 50 years of India-Seychelles relations Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Seychelles for a three-day state visit marking 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. His first visit to the island nation since 2015 comes months after India unveiled its MAHASAGAR maritime doctrine, announced a $175 million assistance package, and elevated Seychelles' role in its Indian Ocean strategy, even as Victoria continues to deepen ties with multiple partners, including China. Modi arrived in Victoria on Saturday, where he will attend the country's Golden Jubilee National Day celebrations as Guest of Honour and hold talks with President Patrick Herminie on defence, maritime security, development cooperation and regional issues. The visit comes four months after India announced a $175 million Special Economic Package for Seychelles and adopted a joint vision document placing the island nation at the centre of New Delhi's new maritime doctrine, MAHASAGAR. It also coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic …

Modi hails Seychelles as valued maritime partner - Newswire Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held delegation-level talks with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie.‎ ‎The meeting, which was a part of the Indian leader’s state visit to the East African island country, saw the two sides review the full scope of their bilateral ties. At a joint press conference with Herminie, Modi said discussions were progressing on India’s special economic package for Seychelles amounting to $175 million, announced during the Seychelles leader’s visit to the South Asian nation earlier this year. “Under this initiative, work is being carried out in sectors such as social housing, transport, skill development, food security, education, and defense,” he said. ‎Modi also shared his government’s vision of maritime security being ensured alongside economic prosperity in the Indian Ocean. ‎”Our vision is to make the Indian Ocean an Ocean of Opportunity,” Prime Minister Modi said. ‎”We believe the Indian Ocean is our shared home. Its security, sustainability and prosperity are our shared responsibility.” he added. Later in the day, Modi became the first Indian prime minister to address the National A…

PM Modi meets members of Indian diaspora in Seychelles India and Seychelles are currently celebrating 50 years of the establishment of diplomatic ties

ANI29 Jun 2026, 06:00 GMT+10 Victoria [Seychelles], June 29 (ANI): In addition to the fast patrol craft and the utility vehicles that were handed over, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Seychelles also addressed the infrastructure sector challenges that Seychelles is facing on account of the crisis in West Asia. As part of ongoing cooperation in the health sector, the first tranche of six ambulances to strengthen public health care and emergency medicine services in Seychelles was also handed over. The development assistance to Seychelles included the gifting of one Fast Patrol Vessel to the Government of Seychelles, handover of 10 utility vehicles and 5 sets of Laser Radial class boats to the Seychelles Defence Force. Handover of six ambulances to the Government of Seychelles, 500 MT of rice and 8,500 MT of cement. Launch of commemorative logo marking 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles. Virtual ground-breaking ceremony for the Professional and Technical Education Centre. Completion of Refit of PS Zoroaster for Seychelles Coast Guard. Upgradation of a Dornier Aircraft with Glass Cockpit. Seychelles joins the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infr…

ANI29 Jun 2026, 06:00 GMT+10 Victoria [Seychelles], June 29 (ANI): In addition to the fast patrol craft and the utility vehicles that were handed over, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Seychelles also addressed the infrastructure sector challenges that Seychelles is facing on account of the crisis in West Asia. As part of ongoing cooperation in the health sector, the first tranche of six ambulances to strengthen public health care and emergency medicine services in Seychelles was also handed over. The development assistance to Seychelles included the gifting of one Fast Patrol Vessel to the Government of Seychelles, handover of 10 utility vehicles and 5 sets of Laser Radial class boats to the Seychelles Defence Force. Handover of six ambulances to the Government of Seychelles, 500 MT of rice and 8,500 MT of cement. Launch of commemorative logo marking 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles. Virtual ground-breaking ceremony for the Professional and Technical Education Centre. Completion of Refit of PS Zoroaster for Seychelles Coast Guard. Upgradation of a Dornier Aircraft with Glass Cockpit. Seychelles joins the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infr…

Defence, security of India and Seychelles are integral to each other: PM Modi Seychelles confers ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ title on PM Modi; Delegation-level talks held by PM Modi with Seychelles President Herminie to deepen bilateral ties

ANI29 Jun 2026, 06:00 GMT+10 Victoria [Seychelles], June 29 (ANI): In addition to the fast patrol craft and the utility vehicles that were handed over, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Seychelles also addressed the infrastructure sector challenges that Seychelles is facing on account of the crisis in West Asia. As part of ongoing cooperation in the health sector, the first tranche of six ambulances to strengthen public health care and emergency medicine services in Seychelles was also handed over. The development assistance to Seychelles included the gifting of one Fast Patrol Vessel to the Government of Seychelles, handover of 10 utility vehicles and 5 sets of Laser Radial class boats to the Seychelles Defence Force. Handover of six ambulances to the Government of Seychelles, 500 MT of rice and 8,500 MT of cement. Launch of commemorative logo marking 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles. Virtual ground-breaking ceremony for the Professional and Technical Education Centre. Completion of Refit of PS Zoroaster for Seychelles Coast Guard. Upgradation of a Dornier Aircraft with Glass Cockpit. Seychelles joins the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infr…

PM Modi hails India-Seychelles ties as 'steady, strong and long-lasting' Addressing the state dinner, President Herminie also affirmed the enduring bond between the two nations

Modi hails Seychelles as valued maritime partner - Times of Oman Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday held delegation-level talks with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie. The meeting, which was a part of the Indian leader's state visit to the East African island country, saw the two sides review the full scope of their bilateral ties. At a joint press conference with Herminie, Modi said discussions were progressing on India's special economic package for Seychelles amounting to $175 million, announced during the Seychelles leader's visit to the South Asian nation earlier this year. "Under this initiative, work is being carried out in sectors such as social housing, transport, skill development, food security, education, and defense," he said. Modi also shared his government's vision of maritime security being ensured alongside economic prosperity in the Indian Ocean. "Our vision is to make the Indian Ocean an Ocean of Opportunity," Prime Minister Modi said. "We believe the Indian Ocean is our shared home. Its security, sustainability and prosperity are our shared responsibility." he added. Later in the day, Modi became the first Indian prime minister to address the Nat…

ANI29 Jun 2026, 06:00 GMT+10 Victoria [Seychelles], June 29 (ANI): In addition to the fast patrol craft and the utility vehicles that were handed over, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Seychelles also addressed the infrastructure sector challenges that Seychelles is facing on account of the crisis in West Asia. As part of ongoing cooperation in the health sector, the first tranche of six ambulances to strengthen public health care and emergency medicine services in Seychelles was also handed over. The development assistance to Seychelles included the gifting of one Fast Patrol Vessel to the Government of Seychelles, handover of 10 utility vehicles and 5 sets of Laser Radial class boats to the Seychelles Defence Force. Handover of six ambulances to the Government of Seychelles, 500 MT of rice and 8,500 MT of cement. Launch of commemorative logo marking 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles. Virtual ground-breaking ceremony for the Professional and Technical Education Centre. Completion of Refit of PS Zoroaster for Seychelles Coast Guard. Upgradation of a Dornier Aircraft with Glass Cockpit. Seychelles joins the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infr…