Seychelles and Maldives reaffirm bilateral ties as Foreign ministers meet in Malé |16 May 2026

Minister Faure meets his Maldivian counterpart, Iruthisham Adam

inister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Barry Faure, met with the Maldivian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Iruthisham Adam, in Malé on Thursday, May 14, for high-level bilateral talks.

The meeting marks a significant milestone in the diplomatic history between the two Indian Ocean nations.

Minister Iruthisham Adam welcomed Minister Faure, noting the historical importance of his arrival:

• First official guest: Minister Faure is the first Foreign minister welcomed by Minister Iruthisham Adam since her appointment exactly one month ago.

• Seychellois milestone: This marks the first official visit to the Maldives by a Foreign minister from Seychelles.

• New administration: The meeting represents the first high-level bilateral engagement since the formation of the new administration in Seychelles.

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