VICTORIA, Seychelles — President Patrick Herminie has reassured the nation that the government is closely monitoring global tensions and has put in place measures to protect the Seychelles economy amid the Middle East crisis, during a national address before the National Assembly yesterday evening. The President said the conflict remains critical despite the recent announcement of a two-week ceasefire, warning that the situation remains uncertain and not stable on a global level.
The President noted that one of the first sectors to feel the effects was tourism, which had been performing strongly earlier in the year with experts projecting record visitor arrivals. He also highlighted risks to supply chains, fuel prices, and the cost of imported goods. The government has implemented a series of measures to protect the economy, supply chains, and key sectors from the ongoing global disruptions.
The Head of State emphasised that while the conflict is far from Seychelles and the country is not directly involved, the impacts are already being felt and will continue even after the conflict ends. The tourism industry, a main pillar of the Seychelles economy, faces particular challenges as global travel patterns shift in response to regional instability in the Middle East.
The government has been working on contingency plans to diversify source markets for tourism and to secure alternative supply chain routes. The Seychelles economy, which relies heavily on imports, is vulnerable to disruptions in global shipping and fuel prices. The President’s address came as part of ongoing efforts to keep the National Assembly and the public informed of economic risks.
Further details of the protective measures are expected to be announced in the coming weeks as the government continues to assess the evolving global situation. The administration has committed to regular updates and transparent communication with the public regarding any economic impacts arising from the crisis.
Seychelles remains vigilant as global economic uncertainties from the Middle East conflict continue to evolve.
