The MEA announced on Thursday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make a state visit to the Seychelles from June 27–29, where he will meet with President Patrick Herminie to discuss the full range of bilateral cooperation and attend the National Day of Seychelles' golden jubilee celebrations.
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, two Indian Navy ships and a detachment of Indian military personnel would take part in the festivities.
The Prime Minister "will undertake a State Visit to Seychelles from June 27-29 to attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the National Day of Seychelles as the Guest of Honour," according to a statement from the MEA, at the invitation of Seychelles President Patrick Herminie.

"The visit will reaffirm the strong and enduring friendship between India and Seychelles and reinforce the shared commitment of both countries to enhance the bilateral relationship across all sectors," it stated.
The last time PM Modi went to the Seychelles was in 2015.The Prime Minister and President Herminie will discuss the entire range of bilateral cooperation and share perspectives on regional and global topics of shared interest during the visit, according to the MEA.
Additionally, PM Modi will speak to the Seychelles National Assembly and engage with Indian community members.
India and the Seychelles have a long-standing relationship based on shared cultural, historical, and interpersonal links.According to the MEA, Seychelles has a special position in India's Vision MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) and our dedication to the Global South as a significant maritime neighbor in the Indian Ocean region.