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  • Seychelles and Burundi set to reinforce bilateral ties with the accreditation of Ambassador Bukuru

    Seychelles and Burundi set to reinforce bilateral ties with the accreditation of Ambassador Bukuru

    28 April 2023 | Foreign Affairs

    The new Ambassador of the Republic of Burundi to the Republic of Seychelles, H.E. Mr. Alexis Bukuru, presented his credential to President Wavel Ramkalawan during an accreditation ceremony held yesterday morning at State House.

    The President congratulated him as he takes on this new responsibility and expressed his wish that during Ambassador Bukuru’s tenure, diplomatic relations between Seychelles and Burundi will be further reinforced.

    “In welcoming you to your new position, I would like to express my congratulations to you on your appointment to this prestigious position. Your accreditation today, makes a new beginning for our two countries to can work together to consolidate our cooperation and to see how we can support each other in areas of mutual interests,” said President Ramkalawan.

    In this context, discussions between the Head of State and Ambassador Bukuru were based on areas where Seychelles and Burundi can further explore the potential of cooperation, including in Agriculture, investment, tourism, maritime, and education. Both President Ramkalawan and Ambassador Bukuru reciprocated the interest to have a General Cooperation Agreement that will enhance their bilateral relations.

    During his visit to State House, High Commissioner Kasosa also held discussions with the Vice-President, Mr. Ahmed Afif.

    Seychelles and Burundi established diplomatic relations on 15th July 2002. H.E. Ambassador Alexis Bukuru will be based in Pretoria, South Africa.

    Speaking to the local media following the accreditation ceremony, he further underlined the importance for his country and Seychelles to have a General Cooperation Agreement where he spoke about an array of potential cooperation that he wish to materialise during his mandate.

    Also present yesterday morning was the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr. Sylvestre Radegonde, the Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Vivienne Fock-Tave, Director General Bilateral Affairs Division, Department of Foreign Affairs, Ms. Lindy Ernesta, the Principal Counsellor, Bilateral Affairs Division, Foreign Affairs Department, Mrs. Johnette Stephen and Third Secretary, Bilateral Affairs Division, Foreign Affairs Department, Ms. Ingrid Labrosse.

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    State House News

  • The new Zambian High Commissioner to the Republic of Seychelles accredited

    The new Zambian High Commissioner to the Republic of Seychelles accredited

    19 April 2023 | Foreign Affairs

    The new High Commissioner of the Republic of Zambia to the Republic of Seychelles, H.E. Mrs. Joyce Kapampa Kasosa, presented her credentials to President Wavel Ramkalawan yesterday morning during an accreditation ceremony held at State House.

    President Ramkalawan welcomed the High commissioner and congratulated her on being accredited to Seychelles. He also wished her success during her tenure and expressed hope that through her accreditation today, Seychelles and Zambia can further strengthen their bilateral cooperation.

    In this respect, the talks between the Head of State and the newly accredited High Commissioner focused on many areas of mutual interest, including education, health, and other areas where Zambia can share its expertise and help Seychelles in its human resources development programme. They also discussed opportunities to further strengthen cooperation in trade where they both reciprocate the importance for African countries to support one another and further develop in that area.

    The Head of State and Mrs. Kasosa also spoke about avenues of cooperation in areas such as air connectivity, and tourism as well as the possibility of the establishment of a General Cooperation Agreement that will set the pace for further cooperation and exchanges between the two countries.

    During her visit to State House, High Commissioner Kasosa also held discussions with the Vice-President, Mr. Ahmed Afif.

    Zambia and Seychelles established diplomatic relations on 11th  March 1998. High Commissioner Kasosa will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

    Speaking to the local media following the accreditation ceremony, High Commissioner Kasosa confirmed that her country is committed to supporting Seychelles to advance in its human resources development. She said that she is looking forward to a fruitful engagement with Government entities to further discuss the areas of cooperation. She also plans to meet the Zambian diaspora working here in Seychelles.

    Also present yesterday morning was the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr. Sylvestre Radegonde, the Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Vivienne Fock-Tave, Director General Bilateral Affairs Division, Department of Foreign Affairs, Ms. Lindy Ernesta and Third Secretary at the Department of Foreign Affairs, Ms. Davis Mathiot.

    SOURCE

    (State House News Alert)