India's Modi to Visit Seychelles for Golden Jubilee Celebrations

June 26, 2026
By Mintesinot Nigussie

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Seychelles from June 27 to 29 to attend the country’s 50th National Day celebrations as the guest of honour, as the two Indian Ocean neighbours seek to strengthen bilateral ties.

The state visit, at the invitation of Seychelles President Dr Patrick Herminie, will include official talks between the two leaders on bilateral cooperation and regional and international issues of shared interest.

During the visit, Modi will also address the National Assembly of Seychelles and meet members of the Indian diaspora. An Indian defence contingent and two Indian Navy ships will participate in the Golden Jubilee celebrations.

India and Seychelles have maintained longstanding relations based on historical, cultural and people-to-people connections. Seychelles, located in the Indian Ocean, is considered a key maritime partner in India's regional engagement strategy.

The visit will be Modi’s first trip to Seychelles since 2015 and is expected to reaffirm cooperation between the two countries across areas including security, development and regional partnership.

India said the engagement reflects its commitment to strengthening ties with Seychelles and supporting cooperation among countries of the Global South.

Source: FSX Business News