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China Extends New Grant Support as Seychelles and China Deepen Strategic Partnership

The announcement set the tone for wide-ranging and constructive discussions, reflecting the strength and maturity of the Seychelles–China relationship

The People’s Republic of China has extended a new grant of RMB 100 million (approximately SCR 220 million) to support priority development projects in Seychelles, as reaffirmed during a courtesy call by the Vice President of the People’s Republic of China, H.E. Mr. Han Zheng, on the President of the…

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Seychelles: Restructuring and New Appointments in the Cabinet Office

These appointments form part of the continued efforts of the Office of the President to reinforce the capacity of the Cabinet Office to effectively support Government decision-making, policy coordination, and the implementation of national priorities

The Office of the President has today announced a series of appointments within the Cabinet Office as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the institutional capacity of the Office and enhance the coordination of government policy and decision-making. Ms. Margaret Moumou continues to serve as Secretary of State for Cabinet Affairs…

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Seychelles Locks in International Monetary Fund (IMF) Deal as Final Reviews Near Completion

The discussions formed part of the final reviews of two IMF arrangements, the Extended Fund Facility and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility

A staff level agreement between Seychelles and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has been reached following a mission to Victoria from 4 to 19 March 2026, with the outcome conveyed during a courtesy call on Vice President Sebastien Pillay at State House. The IMF delegation was led by Mission Chief…

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Seychelles Set to Host Landmark United Nations (UN) Tourism Africa Meeting as Vice-President (VP) Pillay Engages UN Director

The high-level gathering will bring together Ministers responsible for tourism from across the continent to deliberate on the evolving dynamics of the sector, with particular focus on the workforce in tourism and the realities facing African destinations

Director for Africa at UN Tourism Ms. Elcia Grandcourt, paid a Courtesy Call to the Vice-President, Mr. Sebastien Pillay, during her official visit to Seychelles. The meeting was held in the presence of the Minister for Tourism and Culture, Mrs. Amanda Bernstein, and the Principal Secretary for Tourism, Mrs. Sherin…

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Government Refers Seychelles Trading Company Limited (STCL) Cold Storage Project Special Audit Report to Police and Anti-Corruption Commission

The audit has identified significant weaknesses in procurement, financial management, and project oversight

The Office of the President has announced that immediate action has been taken following serious findings in the Special Audit of the STCL Cold Storage Facility Project, with the matter now formally referred to both the Seychelles Police Force (Financial Crime Investigation Unit) and the Anti-Corruption Commission Seychelles (ACCS) for…

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Seychelles and Rwanda Chart Path for Expanded Cooperation and Market Access

Discussions centred on advancing cooperation in key sectors, including education, tourism and agriculture

Trade expansion, institutional cooperation, and the implementation of existing agreements were at the forefront of discussions this morning as the Vice President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Sebastien Pillay, received Hon. Christine Nkulikiyinka, Special Envoy of President Paul Kagame, during a courtesy call at State House. During the engagement,…

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Seychelles: President Leads by Example in Asset Declaration as Government Reinforces Commitment to Transparency

The move reflects the government’s continued efforts to uphold public trust and strengthen institutional accountability, as senior office holders fulfil their legal obligations under the asset declaration framework

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Herminie, on Wednesday set the tone for transparency in public office by becoming the first to submit his declaration of assets to the Anti-Corruption Commission Seychelles (ACCS), leading a coordinated exercise across the country’s highest offices. The President’s submission was followed…

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Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) reopens outstation on Assumption Island

The station provides the SDF with a forward operating platform to support its operations in the South West of Seychelles EEZ, as well as to be able to react to incidents in the vicinity of Assumption Island

The Seychelles Defence Forces has resumed permanent presence on Assumption Island with the deployment of a detachment of soldiers to man the Seychelles Coast Guard Station there. The station provides the SDF with a forward operating platform to support its operations in the South West of Seychelles EEZ, as well…

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Mauritius Explores Creole in Parliament as Speaker Meets President Herminie

The meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to exchange views on legislative matters and share experiences from their respective parliamentary systems

The Speaker of the National Assembly of Mauritius, Hon. Mrs. Shirin Aumeeruddy-Cziffra, paid a courtesy call on the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Herminie, on Friday 13th March, 2026, during the President’s State Visit to Mauritius. The meeting focused on parliamentary cooperation and legislative best practices, with…

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Chief Justice of Mauritius Pays Courtesy Call on President Herminie

The meeting provided an opportunity for an exchange of views on the important role of the judiciary in upholding the rule of law and safeguarding democratic governance

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Patrick Herminie, received the Honourable Chief Justice of the Republic of Mauritius, Rehana Bibi Mungly-Gulbul, for a courtesy call on Friday, 13 March 2026, during his State Visit to Mauritius. The meeting provided an opportunity for an exchange of views on the important…