India and Seychelles unveiled 19 major initiatives during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, expanding cooperation in maritime security, defence, digital connectivity, healthcare, education, and economic development.

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• India and Seychelles announced 19 bilateral initiatives on 28 June 2026 in Victoria to strengthen strategic cooperation across defence, security, technology, healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
• Maritime security remained the central focus, with India handing over an indigenously built Fast Patrol Vessel, upgrading surveillance capabilities, and enhancing Seychelles’ coastal defence preparedness.
• India completed the refit of Seychelles Coast Guard vessel PS Zoroaster, upgraded its Dornier maritime surveillance aircraft, and supplied utility vehicles and sailing boats.
• Both countries signed agreements covering peaceful use of outer space, extradition, digital payments, agriculture, financial cooperation, healthcare, and capacity-building initiatives.
• India reaffirmed its MAHASAGAR vision to promote secure sea lanes, regional stability, disaster resilience, sustainable development, and Blue Economy cooperation across the Indian Ocean Region.
• India announced support for a new Seychelles National Hospital, a Professional and Technical Education Centre, and extended financial assistance through an EXIM Bank Line of Credit.
• Humanitarian assistance included the supply of 500 metric tonnes of rice and 8,500 metric tonnes of cement, while discussions continued on the US$175 million Special Economic Package.