The United States Government has announced the re-opening of its embassy in Victoria, Seychelles, marking a return to a full-time diplomatic presence 27 years.
According to the Secretary of State, Antony Blinken in a statement released on Thursday said this re-opening symbolizes commitment to deepening partnership with the govt and people of Seychelles as a key nation in the Indian Ocean region.
This Embassy re-opening which was attended by the Seychelles President Ramkalawan, the Foreign Minister Radegonde, and other senior government officials.
The Secretary of State said, “The time is right to elevate relationship so that together we can better address shared challenges and take advantage of mutually beneficial opportunities.
“The United States and Seychelles share an agenda that includes developing the blue economy, responding to climate change, improving maritime security, and stemming transnational crime and corruption.
“Our joint pursuit of peace, democracy, and prosperity will be a beacon across Africa and the Indian Ocean region”.
Secretary Blinken tweets, “Excited to announce that we have re-opened our embassy in Victoria, Seychelles, marking a return to a full-time diplomatic presence in the country.
“Together we can better address shared challenges and take advantage of mutually beneficial opportunities”, United States Secretary of State said.