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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…

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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…

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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…

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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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Minister Barry Faure meets Russian Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov on the side-lines of the Russia-Africa Ministerial Conference in Cairo, Egypt

The two diplomats reviewed the growing cooperation between their nations, specifically focusing on the framework established by the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum (Sochi, 2019)

Ambassador Barry Faure, Seychelles Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during the Russia-Africa Ministerial Conference in Cairo on Friday 19 December 2025. The two diplomats reviewed the growing cooperation between their nations, specifically focusing on the framework established by the Russia-Africa Partnership…

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Seychelles: German Ambassador pays courtesy call on Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora

Ambassador Groth thanked the Seychelles government and local law enforcement agencies for the close and consistent collaboration they have experienced when working on cases pertaining to German tourists

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Mr. Barry Faure received the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Republic of Seychelles, H.E. Mr. Sebastien Groth on Monday 01 December at Maison Queau de Quinssy. Discussions were centred around cooperation between Seychelles and Germany. The two diplomats…

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Seychelles Participates in the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar

The Summit, which brought together over 14,000 participants from governments, international and regional organizations, civil society, academia, and the private sector, served as a key platform to advance inclusive social development

Ambassador Gervais Moumou, Resident Ambassador of the Republic of Seychelles to the United Arab Emirates, represented the Republic of Seychelles at the Second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha, Qatar, from 4 to 6 November 2025. The Summit, which brought together over 14,000 participants from governments, international and…

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Seychelles Highlights Commitment to Education, Culture, and Sustainable Development at the 43rd United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) General Conference in Samarkand

As UNESCO’s highest governing body, the General Conference adopted the Draft Programme and Budget for 2026–2029 and discussed key areas including education, sciences, culture, and communication

Seychelles reaffirmed its dedication to education, culture, and sustainable development at the 43rd UNESCO General Conference, held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from 29 October to 14 November 2025. The Seychelles delegation, led by Ambassador Georges Tirant, Permanent Delegate of the Republic of Seychelles to UNESCO, joined global leaders and representatives for…

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Seychelles Participates in the African Island States Climate Commission (AISCC) Technical Committee and Ministerial Meetings in Guinea-Bissau

The AISCC serves as a dedicated platform for African island nations to coordinate climate policy, enhance resilience, and mobilize resources to address their unique vulnerabilities

The Republic of Seychelles, in its capacity as the current Chair of the African Island States Climate Commission (AISCC), participated in the AISCC Technical Committee Meeting and subsequent Ministerial Conference held in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, from 16th to 17th October 2025. The Minister for Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment, Hon. Flavien…

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The Foreign Affairs Department honours national winners of the 2025 Southern African Development Community (SADC) essay competition

The ceremony was attended by Ambassador Ian Madeleine, Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, along with the student participants and their families

The Foreign Affairs Department hosted the Prize and Certificate Ceremony for the 2025 Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secondary School Essay Competition, celebrating the creativity and insight of young Seychellois writers. This year’s competition focused on the theme “How can innovation enhance SADC industrialisation and sustainable economic growth and development?”,…