India and Seychelles have expanded their strategic partnership through 19 new agreements focusing on maritime security, defence cooperation, digital connectivity, healthcare, education, and sustainable development during the Prime Minister’s June 2026 visit.

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• India and Seychelles strengthened bilateral relations during the Prime Minister’s visit held from June 27 to 29, 2026, coinciding with Seychelles’ 50th Independence Day celebrations.
• The visit also marked the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles, highlighting five decades of strategic cooperation and mutual trust.
• India handed over the Fast Patrol Vessel PS LESPWAR, built by Goa Shipyard Limited, to enhance Seychelles’ maritime surveillance and Exclusive Economic Zone patrol capabilities.
• Both countries announced 19 bilateral outcomes covering maritime security, defence cooperation, digital payments, healthcare, agriculture, education and institutional collaboration.
• India completed the refit of the Seychelles Coast Guard vessel PS Zoroaster and upgraded a Dornier maritime surveillance aircraft with advanced glass cockpit technology.
• As part of defence assistance, India gifted 10 utility vehicles, five Laser Radial-class boats to the Seychelles Defence Force and six ambulances to the government.
• The expanded maritime partnership aims to improve coastal surveillance, strengthen regional security, enhance disaster response capabilities and safeguard the Indian Ocean region.
• The agreements reaffirm India’s commitment to its Vision SAGAR and deepen strategic cooperation with Seychelles across security, economic development and capacity-building initiatives.