Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

Seychelles discussed Cooperation with Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA)

Both parties expressed a keen interest in exploring new opportunities for collaboration in the fields such as tourism, culture and education

Ambassador Vivianne Fock Tave, the Principal Secretary for the Foreign Affairs Department, met with Mrs. Pimwadee Sovaratanapang, the Deputy Director General and Acting Director General of the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA) at Maison Quéau de Quinssy. The delegation from TICA is here specially to hold discussions with the Seychelles…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

Vice President Afif and Special Envoy from the Kingdom of Eswatini discuss candidature for the position of Commissioner with the African Union

The election of the African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment will take place in February 2025 during the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The Vice-President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Ahmed Afif, today received a Special Envoy of His Majesty King Mswati III of the Kingdom of Eswatini, as part of the latter’s campaign for the position of the African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment. The…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

Seychelles and Kenya discuss candidature for the position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission

During the meeting, Mr. Odinga outlined his vision and priorities that would guide his candidacy for the position of Chairperson of the AUC for the term 2025-2029

The Principal Minister, Mr. Jean-François Ferrari, received Mr. Raila Odinga from Kenya at Maison Quéau de Quinssy on Wednesday 8th January 2025 to discuss the latter’s candidature for the Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). During the meeting, Mr. Odinga outlined his vision and priorities that would guide his candidacy…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

Kingdom of Thailand introduces new online e-Visa platform

Application will no longer be accepted in person at the Thai Embassy in Nairobi

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand has announced on their official website that effective 01 January 2025, countries including Seychelles, may apply for an e-Visa through their new online e-Visa platform. Application will no longer be accepted in person at the Thai Embassy in Nairobi. Applicants are advised…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

President Ramkalawan extends his condolence to President Biden in the wake of the recent terrorist attack

Expressed his condolence to H.E. Mr. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States

In response to the recent terrorist attack that resulted in the loss of lives, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, the President of the Republic of Seychelles, has expressed his condolence to H.E. Mr. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States. In his message, President Ramkalawan, stated: “I was deeply saddened to…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

President Ramkalawan conveys condolence message to President Biden in response to the passing of former President Jimmy Carter

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those who are grieving during this difficult time

In a message of condolence, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, the President of the Republic of Seychelles, reached out to H.E. Mr. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, to extend his deepest sympathy following the recent passing of former President Jimmy Carter. In his message, President Ramkalawan, stated: “I am…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

President Ramkalawan extends heartfelt condolence to the President of Azerbaijan in light of the recent plane crash

Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, expressed his condolence to H.E. Ilham Aliyev, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Following the tragic incident involving the Azerbaijan Airlines plane that resulted in fatalities, the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, expressed his condolence to H.E. Ilham Aliyev, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan. In his message, President Ramkalawan, stated: “I was deeply saddened to learn of…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

Seychelles and the Kingdom of Morocco discuss candidature for the position of Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission

The election of the Chairperson for the African Union Commission and the Deputy Chairperson will take place in February 2025 during the African Union Summit

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr Sylvestre Radegonde, received a delegation from the Kingdom of Morocco at Maison Quéau de Quinssy on Monday 2nd December 2024. The main focus of the meeting was for Ambassador Latifa Akharbach, to outline her vision and priorities that would guide her candidacy for…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign Affairs Department, Republic of Seychelles |

Seychelles and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies discuss the possibility of signing a Legal Status Agreement

The Agreement will assist in promoting their programmes aimed at providing the community with essential first aid knowledge and skills

The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr. Sylvestre Radegonde today met with the Head of the Country Cluster delegation for Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles and Comoros, Ms. María Martínez, to discuss the Legal Status Agreement between Seychelles and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), which…

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Seychelles: President Ramkalawan sends congratulatory message to Prime Minister-elect Ramgoolam of Mauritius

Our engagement through the Indian Ocean Commission serves as a vital platform for fostering regional unity and addressing shared challenges

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, sent a message of congratulations to H.E. Mr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, on his election as the new Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius. In his message President Ramkalawan, stated “I am pleased to extend my warmest congratulations on your election…