AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIndia–Seychelles Golden Jubilee Deals: PM Narendra Modi’s state visit wrapped up with a big push on defence, digital payments, healthcare, agriculture, space and infrastructure, with 19 outcomes announced and a USD 175 million economic package. Maritime Security & Tech Support: India gifted a fast patrol vessel plus vehicles, boats and aid (including ambulances, rice and cement), while leaders stressed that defence and security are “inextricably linked” and backed the MAHASAGAR vision for an “Ocean of Opportunity.” Digital Payments: Agreements include steps to advance UPI-based digital payments in Seychelles, alongside broader connectivity and digital infrastructure talks. Blue Economy Recognition: Seychelles President Patrick Herminie awarded Modi the highest honour, “Guardian of the Blue Horizon,” for sustainability and ocean governance. Local Defence Presence: An Assam Rifles contingent and Indian Navy marching band will take part in Seychelles’ 50th Independence Day celebrations, with naval ships docked at Port Victoria. Youth & Skills: Modi highlighted that one in every fifty people in Seychelles has trained in India and pointed to digital innovation and internships via Seychelles’ IGNITE initiative. Gadgets Watch (Seychelles readers): A separate tech story reviewed itel’s Zeno 200 as a Rs 9,999 phone that challenges premium pricing.
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