Events

FICCI organized the India–Seychelles Business Forum on 6 February 2026 at Hotel Taj Coromandel, Chennai, during the official State Visit of H.E. Dr. Patrick Herminie, President of the Republic of Seychelles, commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The forum brought together over 45 Indian industry leaders and business representatives to explore opportunities for trade, investment, and sectoral collaboration in areas such as tourism, infrastructure, healthcare, digital technologies, blue economy, sustainability, and logistics.

Addressing the forum, President Dr. Patrick Herminie reaffirmed the longstanding partnership between India and Seychelles and emphasized strengthening economic cooperation. Senior leaders from both countries highlighted opportunities for collaboration in infrastructure, renewable energy, tourism, digital innovation, connectivity, and sustainable development.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Vijay Sankar, Senior Vice President, FICCI and Chairman, The Sanmar Group, noted Seychelles’ strategic importance for India in the Indian Ocean region and emphasized emerging opportunities under India’s MAHASAGAR vision across sectors including blue economy, renewable energy, digital technologies, and education.

A dedicated CEOs’ Roundtable was also organized alongside the forum to facilitate focused discussions on business partnerships and investment opportunities between India and Seychelles.