Commander-in-Chief Meets Seychelles Defence Forces Contingent in Mauritius
The President of the Republic of Seychelles and Commander-in-Chief of the Seychelles Defence Forces, Patrick Herminie, met today with the Seychelles Defence Forces contingent in Mauritius who represented the nation in the military parade marking Mauritius’ National Day celebrations. Boarding the SDF vessel Andromache, the President congratulated the officers and crew, including two female service members, for their exemplary performance and for proudly representing Seychelles on this important regional occasion.
President Herminie was accompanied by the Mauritian Minister responsible for Tourism, along with senior officials of the Mauritian security forces, reflecting the spirit of cooperation and mutual respect between the two countries.
During the visit, the President toured the vessel and held a cordial exchange with members of the contingent, gaining insight into their experiences while deployed in Mauritius. He commended the team for their discipline, professionalism, and the pride with which they carried the Seychellois flag during the celebrations.
Members of the contingent shared details of their journey from Seychelles to Mauritius, which took four days at sea, and spoke about the valuable experience of participating in the National Day parade alongside Mauritian forces and other participating units.
The officers and crew expressed their appreciation for the President’s visit and welcomed the opportunity to interact with the Commander-in-Chief, noting that his presence and encouragement were a strong source of motivation. They also valued the chance to share firsthand the nature of their responsibilities at sea and the operational challenges that come with their duties.
President Herminie reaffirmed the Government’s continued support for the Seychelles Defence Forces and commended the dedication and commitment of the men and women in uniform. He emphasised the important role the Defence Forces play in safeguarding Seychelles’ sovereignty, strengthening maritime security, and contributing to regional cooperation and solidarity among Indian Ocean partners.
