PM Modi's Seychelles Visit to Enhance Cybersecurity Cooperation

• •PM Modi's visit aims to strengthen India-Seychelles relations in tourism and cybersecurity.
• •Agreements expected to cover maritime security, space cooperation, and legal assistance.
• •Tourism contributes about 30% to Seychelles' GDP, highlighting its economic significance.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a two-day state visit to Seychelles from June 27 to June 29, 2026, aimed at strengthening tourism and signing agreements in various sectors, including cybersecurity. Seychelles Foreign Minister Barry Faure expressed optimism that the visit will enhance cooperation between India and Seychelles, particularly in emerging areas like cybersecurity and maritime security. The agreements are expected to expand trade and tourism, which are vital for Seychelles' economy, contributing around 30% of its GDP. Discussions have also begun on establishing direct shipping links between the two nations. The visit coincides with Seychelles' Golden Jubilee celebrations, highlighting its strategic importance in the Indian Ocean region. The growing security challenges in this area, including piracy and regional tensions, underscore the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.