Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Victoria, the capital of Seychelles on Saturday. He is there for a three-day State Visit. The people of Seychelles gave Prime Minister Narendra Modi a welcome. This shows how close India and Seychelles are as friends.
The top leaders of Seychelles welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the airport. They said India is a friend and a trusted partner in the Indian Ocean. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has not been to Seychelles in than 11 years. His visit is happening at the time as Seychelles Golden Jubilee National Day celebrations.
Seychelles President Patrick Herminie invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Seychelles. He asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be the Guest of Honour at the countrys National Day celebrations. When Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived there were performances and a guard of honour. This shows how strong the relationship between India and Seychelles is.
India and Seychelles have been working together for a time. They cooperate in areas like defence, maritime security, healthcare, education and development projects. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that his visit to Seychelles shows Indias commitment to its friends in the Indian Ocean. India wants to work with countries in the region to make sure there is peace and security.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Herminie will have talks. They will discuss how to work more closely in areas like maritime security and trade. They will also talk about energy, digital infrastructure and disaster management. India and Seychelles will sign some agreements. Start some new projects.
As part of the National Day celebrations some Indian soldiers and two Indian Navy ships are taking part in ceremonies. This shows how strong the defence partnership between India and Seychelles is. India has been helping Seychelles by giving them patrol vessels and training their soldiers.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also speak to the National Assembly of Seychelles. He will talk about how India wants to work with countries in the region. He will also meet people from India who live in Seychelles. This will help strengthen the ties between the people of India and Seychelles.
Before Prime Minister Narendra Modis visit Seychelles said again that they support Indias bid for a seat on the United Nations Security Council. Seychelles Foreign Minister Barry Faure said India is a global power and deserves a permanent seat. He said India is one of Seychelles closest friends.
The visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Seychelles will make the relationship between the two countries even stronger. Both India and Seychelles want to work in areas, like maritime security and economic development. They want to make sure the region is stable and secure.
