New Delhi, June 28 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday became the first Indian Prime Minister to address the National Assembly of Seychelles, describing the Indian Ocean as a bridge that unites the two countries and outlining an expansive vision for closer cooperation anchored in maritime security, climate action, sustainable development and reforms of global governance.
The address, delivered during his three-day State Visit as the Guest of Honour for Seychelles' Golden Jubilee National Day celebrations, marked the 20th occasion on which Prime Minister Modi has addressed a foreign legislature since assuming office in 2014, underscoring India's growing diplomatic engagement across regions ranging from South Asia and Africa to Europe ...