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Seychelles and The Bahamas established diplomatic relations through the signing of a joint communiqué in Apia, Samoa, the Department of Foreign Affairs.
The agreement was signed by Sylvestre Radegonde, Seychelles’ Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, and Frederick A. Mitchell, Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. Both are in Samoa for meetings leading up to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).
According to the statement, Seychelles and the Bahamas share several common priorities, particularly in addressing climate change, advocating for the unique challenges of small island developing states (SIDS), and strengthening their participation in international organizations such as the Commonwealth and the United Nations.
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The establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries paves the way for increased bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including people-centered development, environmental protection, and sustainability.
