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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 13, 2026

Seychelles Participates in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Council of Ministers Meeting in Pretoria

The Council of Ministers was preceded by the Standing Committee of Senior Officials, as well as a special meeting of Senior Officials and Experts on the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP) 2020–2030

Mr. Selby Pillay, Ambassador of the Republic of Seychelles, led the Seychelles delegation at the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Council of Ministers Meeting held from 12th to 13th March 2026 in Pretoria, South Africa. Ambassador Pillay attended the meeting on behalf of Ambassador Barry Faure, Minister of Foreign Affairs and the…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Mar 03, 2026

Seychelles: Ambassador Cillia Mangroo presents credentials to the President of the Swiss Confederation

Ambassador Mangroo reaffirmed Seychelles’ commitment to constructive dialogue and meaningful collaboration with the Swiss Confederation

On 26 February 2026, Ambassador Cillia Ardyna Mangroo presented her Credentials to President of the Swiss Confederation, H.E. Mr. Guy Parmelin at the Federal Palace in Bern, Switzerland. On this occasion, Ambassador Mangroo conveyed the best wishes of President Dr. Patrick Herminie to President Parmelin and highlighted that the establishment…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Feb 16, 2026

Seychelles: Minister Barry Faure attends the High-Level Consultation on the Future of the United Nations and the Election of the Next Secretary-General

The meeting agreed to continue to advocate for the common African position on the reform of the UN based on the Ezulwini Consensus and the Sirte Declaration on UN Reform

Mr. Barry Faure, Seychelles’ Minister for Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, participated in a high-level consultation led by H.E. Joseph Boakai, President of Liberia. The discussion centered on the future of the United Nations, the UN Security Council (UNSC), and the upcoming election of the next UN Secretary-General (UNSG). President Boakai…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Feb 15, 2026

Seychelles: Minister Barry Faure pays courtesy call on Chairperson of the African Union Commission

The discussions focused on matters of mutual interest, including regional peace and security, sustainable development, climate change, ocean governance and the blue economy

Mr. Barry Faure, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Diaspora of the Republic of Seychelles, paid a courtesy call on H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, on February 11th at the African Union Headquarters. The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) welcomed the Minister and congratulated him…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Feb 14, 2026

Seychelles bolsters regional and bilateral ties at the African Union Executive Council

The discussions centered on deepening strategic partnerships, streamlining diplomatic protocols, and fostering regional solidarity within the Indian Ocean and the broader African continent

Mr. Barry Faure, Seychelles’ Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, concluded a series of high-level bilateral meetings on the margins of the African Union (AU) Executive Council in Addis Ababa. The discussions centered on deepening strategic partnerships, streamlining diplomatic protocols, and fostering regional solidarity within the Indian Ocean and…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Jan 23, 2026

Seychelles reaffirms commitment to Secretary of the South African Development Community (SADC) regional integration

Both parties reiterated their appreciation for the strong cooperation between Seychelles and the SADC Secretariat

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Mr. Barry Faure, received the Executive Secretary of the South African Development Community (SADC), H.E. Mr. Elias Magosi at Maison Quéau de Quinssy on Thursday, 22 January 2026. During their meeting, Mr. Magosi explained that it was customary for the Executive Secretary…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Jan 11, 2026

Chinese Ambassador pays courtesy call on Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora

The Minister has reaffirmed Seychelles’ unwavering support for the “One China Policy”, recognising it as a crucial principle that underpins global peace, stability and collaboration among nations

Chinese Ambassador to the Seychelles, H.E. Ms. Lin Nan paid a courtesy call on Mr. Barry Faure, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora on Friday 9th January, to congratulate him on his recent appointment. During their meeting, she expressed her commitment to working closely with the Minister to strengthen…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Jan 11, 2026

Russia–Seychelles relations deepen following ministerial forum in Cairo

Ambassador Khozin noted that two Russian vessels are expected to berth at Port Victoria later this month, reflecting ongoing engagement between Seychelles and the Russian Federation

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Mr. Barry Faure, received the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Seychelles, H.E. Mr. Artem Khozin, at Maison Quéau de Quinssy on Friday, 9 January 2026, to discuss the Second Ministerial Conference of the Russia–Africa Partnership Forum, which Minister Faure attended in…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Jan 09, 2026

Seychelles: Ambassador Jardine expresses gratitude for strong collaboration during his tenure

Minister Faure thanked Ambassador Jardine for his commitment and engagement towards the relationship between the Seychelles and the U.S.A

The Ambassador of the United States of America to the Republic of Seychelles, H.E. Mr. Henry Jardine paid a virtual farewell call on the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Mr. Barry Faure on Thursday 08 January 2026. During the call, Ambassador Jardine expressed his gratitude to the Minister…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Jan 02, 2026

President Herminie conveys condolences to President Parmelin after tragic fire incident in Switzerland

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragedy

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr. Patrick Herminie, has conveyed his deepest condolences to H.E. Mr. Guy Bernard Parmelin, President of the Swiss Confederation, following a tragic fire that occurred in the Swiss resort town of Crans -Montana on New Year’s Eve. In his message to President Parmelin,…

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