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India and Seychelles Share Centuries‑Old Cultural and Political Ties

India and Seychelles have historic links dating back centuries through trade and migration.

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Key Points

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Speaker of India’s Lower House of Parliament met the Speaker of Seychelles’ National Assembly.

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Celebrated Seychelles’ 50 years of independence and diplomatic ties with India.

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India pledged support for yoga promotion and legislative training in Seychelles.

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Collaboration planned in healthcare, digital services, infrastructure, and clean energy.

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Both countries aim to strengthen people‑to‑people connections and cooperate on Global South issues.

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Summary

Both nations marked the 50th anniversary of Seychelles’ independence and diplomatic relations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Seychelles National Assembly, the first Indian prime minister to do so.

India offered training for Seychelles legislators and cooperation in health, digital transformation, infrastructure, and renewable energy.

The partnership also emphasizes cultural exchange, education, tourism, and a shared vision for regional peace under India’s Vision MAHASAGAR.

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New Words to Learn

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parliament
the group of elected people who make laws for a country
independence
when a country becomes free to govern itself
prime minister
the chief leader of a government
yoga
a calm exercise that helps both body and mind
renewable energy
energy from natural sources like the sun or wind that does not run out
digital transformation
using computers and technology to improve how things are done
infrastructure
the basic buildings and systems needed for a country, like roads and schools
civilisation
a large group of people sharing culture, ideas, and ways of life
diaspora
people from one country who live in another country
capacity building
helping people learn new skills so they can do more
multilateral
involving many countries working together
Vision MAHASAGAR
India’s plan to work with countries around the Indian Ocean for peace and prosperity
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