President Herminie secures strategic gains with Emirates and UAE |02 May 2026

• Reinforcing connectivity and advancing key national projects

President Patrick Herminie has concluded a series of high-level engagements in Dubai that deliver tangible gains for the country’s connectivity, tourism sector, and long-term development agenda, underscoring the strength of Seychelles’ strategic partnership with the United Arab Emirates.

A central outcome of the visit is the full restoration of daily air services by Emirates as of yesterday, May 1, 2026, returning to pre-Gulf war frequency. The move is a strong signal of renewed market confidence and is expected to bolster visitor arrivals, trade links, and Seychelles’ global accessibility at a critical juncture for the tourism-dependent economy. 

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