AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoIndia–Seychelles State Visit Wrap-Up: PM Narendra Modi concluded a three-day visit to mark Seychelles’ 50th Independence Day and 50 years of ties, calling the Indian Ocean a shared “ocean of opportunity” and pushing a security-and-growth agenda. Bilateral Deals & Development: India and Seychelles unveiled 19 outcomes across defence, maritime security, digital payments, healthcare, agriculture, education, space and legal cooperation, alongside a reported USD 175 million package. UPI Rollout: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said UPI in Seychelles is targeted to be operational by year-end, boosting digital payments links between the two countries. Maritime Security & Industry: Modi handed over a “Made-in-India” fast patrol vessel and Seychelles also received support including laser radial boats and ambulances, reinforcing coast and maritime capacity. Environment Recognition: Seychelles conferred its top environmental honour, “Guardian of the Blue Horizon,” on Modi—while critics questioned how quickly the award was created. Diaspora & Culture: Modi met the Indian community in Victoria, praising it as a “living bridge” and highlighting people-to-people ties alongside the Golden Jubilee celebrations.
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