In a strategic dialogue that underscores India’s maritime ambitions, PM Narendra Modi met Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie in New Delhi. The Monday meeting was deemed successful, with Modi calling Seychelles vital to India’s ‘Ocean Vision’ amid celebrations of 50 years of independence and bilateral friendship.
Modi’s X post captured the essence: photos from the talks accompanied a message celebrating shared history and forward-looking goals. As maritime allies, Seychelles plays a starring role in regional stability.
The comprehensive talks reviewed progress in multiple domains, from security cooperation to developmental aid. Modi felicitated Herminie on his October 2025 poll triumph, while both reiterated the partnership’s focus on public welfare and Western Indian Ocean security.
Herminie commended India’s reliable support for Seychelles’ development and regional role. Commitments were renewed for frequent political engagements to fortify ties.
India’s announcement of a substantial $175 million package marks a new chapter, funding advances in housing, health services, defense tech, e-mobility solutions, and maritime safeguards.
At the press briefing, Modi articulated that these bonds are steeped in centuries-old history and cultural affinity, not just political expediency. This summit reinforces India’s leadership in ocean governance, paving the way for collaborative triumphs in the Indo-Pacific era.