The President of the Republic, Mr Danny Faure, welcomed the Prime Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines, H.E. Dr Hon Ralph Gonsalves at State House this morning.

Prime Minister Gonsalves is in Seychelles as the Guest of Honour for this year’s the National Day ceremony on 29 June. During his two-day visit he will undertake bilateral discussions on various areas of cooperation, namely the blue economy, tourism, environment, and fisheries among others.

At State House, following the welcoming ceremony and inspection of Guard of Honour, the two Heads of State engaged in tête-à-tête discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations for the mutual benefit of the two island nations.

The President extended a warm welcome to Prime Minister Gonsalves to Seychelles and reaffirmed the country’s commitment towards establishing and reinforcing cooperation in a multitude of sectors. “Our countries may be oceans apart but our hearts and minds are very close in our shared ambitions to strengthen the good foundations laid for the mutual benefits of our people. Seychelles attaches great importance to our relationship with St. Vincent and the Grenadines and we will work to deepen our bond of friendship,” said President Faure.

Seychelles and St. Vincent and the Grenadines established diplomatic relations in May 2017.

Prime Minister Gonsalves was accompanied to State House by Ms Jinelle Adams, Minister Counselor at the High Commission of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in London, United Kingdom.

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