AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoIndia–Seychelles State Visit: Seychelles President Patrick Herminie conferred PM Narendra Modi with the honorary “Guardian of the Blue Horizon”, praising his leadership in sustainability, the Blue Economy and ocean governance, while both leaders framed the Indian Ocean as a shared home for peace and prosperity. Bilateral Deals: Delegation-level talks produced 19 outcomes covering defence and maritime security, extradition, peaceful uses of outer space, digital payments via UPI, healthcare, agriculture, education, and an Exim line of credit plus steps toward a new national hospital. Maritime Security Boost: India handed over a “Made in India” fast patrol vessel (PS LESPWAR) and additional support including ambulances, utility vehicles and Laser Radial boats, with Herminie stressing renewed commitments to counter piracy, drug trafficking, illegal fishing and cross-border crime. MAHASAGAR Vision: Modi reiterated India’s “Ocean of Opportunity” push, linking security with economic growth and connectivity, including plans to expand trade and digital cooperation. Regional Connectivity: Air Tanzania said it is moving Dar es Salaam–Mumbai to daily flights and expanding its Seychelles route, citing demand from business, medical, education and tourism travellers.
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