New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs today announced the state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Seychelles from June 27-29.

The MEA, in a statement, said that at the invitation of the President of Seychelles, Dr. Patrick Herminie, PM Modi will undertake a State Visit to Seychelles from June 27 to 29, 2026, to attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the National Day of Seychelles as the Guest of Honour. The Prime Minister last visited Seychelles in 2015. A contingent of the Indian defence forces, along with two Indian Navy ships, will participate in the celebrations.

During the visit, the Prime Minister will hold talks with President Herminie to review the full spectrum of bilateral cooperation and exchange views on regional and international issues of mutual interest. The Prime Minister will also address the National Assembly of Seychelles and interact with members of the Indian diaspora.

India and Seychelles share a longstanding partnership rooted in shared historical, cultural, and people-to-people ties. As a key maritime neighbour in the Indian Ocean region, Seychelles holds a special place in India’s Vision MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) and India’s commitment to the Global South, the MEA release said.

As per the MEA, 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. DeshGujarat