India & Seychelles

India: India, represented by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, strengthened its strategic partnership with Seychelles through a state visit, signing 19 agreements across various sectors. India reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Seychelles' development priorities and promoting security and prosperity in the Indian Ocean region through its Vision MAHASAGAR.

Seychelles: Seychelles hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a three-day state visit, during which it conferred its highest distinction, 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon,' on him. The nation engaged in extensive bilateral talks with India, signed numerous agreements, and celebrated its 50th Independence Day with India as the Guest of Honour, reinforcing its strategic partnership.

India: India deployed its INS Ikshak to Seychelles to strengthen maritime partnerships, promote regional security, and advance its MAHASAGAR vision.

Seychelles: Seychelles is hosting the INS Ikshak for its 50th National Day celebrations, strengthening its maritime partnership with India and receiving community outreach initiatives.

India: India strongly criticized Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif for his remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's award, leading to a diplomatic spat. India's government sources defended the legitimacy of the award and attacked Asif personally.

Seychelles: Seychelles conferred its highest environmental honour, the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon', on India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and later clarified the legitimacy of the award amidst controversy.

India: Hosted the first edition of the exercise in India, boosting its maritime security profile and international partnerships.

Seychelles: Participated as one of 26 nations, contributing to multinational training.

Seychelles: Seychelles' Minister for Foreign Affairs & Diaspora, Barry Faure, attended the dialogue, representing Seychelles' participation in global discussions.