PM Modi Announces $175 Million Aid To Seychelles To Boost Economic, Security Ties

India on Monday announced USD 175 million in development assistance to Seychelles after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging talks with the island nation’s President Patrick Herminie, laying out a joint vision for deeper economic and security cooperation.

Following the Modi-Herminie meeting, both sides signed seven agreements covering areas such as digital solutions, exports, data sharing, and maritime scientific research. They also agreed on a broad framework to expand collaboration in sustainability, trade, economy, and security.

“Today’s meeting makes it clear that the India-Seychelles partnership is entering a new phase,” PM Modi said in a statement.

Had a productive meeting with President Patrick Herminie of Seychelles earlier today.

His visit comes at a time when Seychelles is celebrating the 50th year of its Independence and the 50th anniversary of India-Seychelles relations. Our nations are connected by history and a… pic.twitter.com/yZSzdWkPG7

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 9, 2026

“India and Seychelles share a relationship that extends far beyond diplomatic engagement. The waves of the Indian Ocean have connected our peoples for centuries. Along its shores, trade between our nations has grown, cultures have converged, and traditions of trust have continued to strengthen,” he added.

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Seychelles, a key maritime neighbour in the Indian Ocean, will establish a Seychelles Hydrographic Unit (SHU) with Indian assistance to support the development of its blue economy.

“Our bond spans the past, the present, and the future. As a maritime neighbour and a trusted partner, Seychelles is an integral part of India’s MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) Vision,” PM Modi said, referring to India’s strategy for security and growth across regions. “Our cooperation encompasses the maritime, land, and air domains.”

Prime Minister Modi announced a Special Economic Package of USD 175 million to support concrete projects in social housing, e-mobility, vocational training, health, defence, and maritime security. The aid comprises USD 125 million as a rupee-denominated Line of Credit and USD 50 million in grant assistance.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri added that India will provide 1,000 metric tonnes of grains and lentils under the package. PM Modi also highlighted plans to support Seychelles in health infrastructure, affordable medicines, renewable energy, climate-adaptive solutions, marine research, and capacity building.

“Defence cooperation and maritime security are important pillars of our partnership. We welcome Seychelles as a full member of the Colombo Security Conclave,” PM Modi said. “This will strengthen our mutual coordination and reinforce efforts to ensure peace and stability in the Indian Ocean.”

(With inputs from agencies)