AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSeychelles–India health & digital payments: During PM Narendra Modi’s 27–29 June state visit for Seychelles’ 50th independence and 50 years of ties, India and Seychelles signed nine agreements including health cooperation and UPI digital payments deployment, alongside a USD 175 million package and support such as ambulances and a new national hospital focus. Maritime & community health support: Indian naval ships INS Tarkash and INS Ikshak wrapped up a Port Victoria call tied to National Day celebrations, including a health camp and first-aid support for residents. Diplomacy controversy: Opposition raised concerns that Seychelles rushed to create a new presidential distinction for Modi, with reports of an AI-style certificate containing basic spelling errors. Trade push: Seychelles invited Indian businesses to use the islands as a gateway to Africa, aiming to turn visit momentum into stronger sector cooperation. China ties at 50: China and Seychelles marked 50 years of diplomatic relations, noting long-running healthcare cooperation including Chinese medical teams.
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