Seychelles Defence Forces Seize Dhow Carrying R360 Million Worth of Narcotics
VICTORIA, Seychelles
The successful interception of the narcotics-laden dhow carrying opioids and cocaine worth R360 million is a powerful testament to the Seychelles government resolute and uncompromising stance against drug trafficking. This operation is not a matter of chance, according to the Office of the President, it is the direct result of a clear, strategic and well-resourced anti-narcotics policy that has equipped our defence and security forces with the intelligence capabilities, training and mandate to act decisively.
The operation was conducted as part of ongoing maritime security efforts in Seychelles territorial waters. The dhow and its illicit cargo were disposed of at sea in accordance with established procedures. The substantial value of the seizure underscores the scale of drug trafficking operations targeting the region.
By investing in a coordinated multi-agency approach, bringing together the Coast Guard, Air Force, Special Forces and international partners such as the French Navy, the government has demonstrated that protecting Seychellois communities from the scourge of illicit drugs is not merely a political statement, but a living commitment backed by action.
The Seychelles people can take pride in knowing that their government stands firmly on the frontlines, safeguarding the nation waters and its future. This is leadership in action, the Office of the President statement concluded.
The seize and disposal operation highlights the ongoing commitment to combatting transnational maritime crime in Seychelles waters.
