UN coordinator for Seychelles on farewell visit to National Assembly’s Deputy Speaker |14 October 2022

Deputy Speaker Henrie discussing with Mrs Umutoni

Outgoing United Nations Coordinator for Seychelles, Christine N. Umutoni paid a farewell visit on the Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Gervais Henrie who was accompanied bythe clerk Tania Isaac.

The deputy speaker commended Mrs Umutoni for her contribution in facilitating Seychelles’ engagement with the various United Nations’ organs and other important partners.

During the meeting, both Mrs Umutoni and Deputy Speaker Henrie discussed the achievements of Seychelles in areas such as the blue economy, environmental protection, maritime security, sustainable development goals and the peaceful transition of government.

Mrs Umutoni also congratulated Seychelles on its progress thus far and highlighted the need for more engagement between the National Assembly and the United Nations’ organs.

Mrs Umutoni was accompanied by Sebastien Vauzelle, the RCO economist and Alexander Mancham, UN coordination officer for Mauritius and Seychelles.

Press release from the National Assembly