Seychelles
Tracked across 14 events · 209 articles · First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last active May 28, 2026
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Taiwan President Lai Ching-te canceled a planned trip to Eswatini, Taiwan's sole diplomatic ally in Africa, after Seychelles, Mauritius, and Madagascar revoked flight permits for his aircraft. Taiwan's Presidential Office Secretary-General Pan Men-an stated that…
Impact: Seychelles revoked flight permits for Lai Ching-te's aircraft due to pressure from China, stating its decision was in line with its policy of not recognizing Taiwan's sovereignty.
Apr 21, 2026 · 65 articles
International
Impact: Seychelles' Minister for Foreign Affairs & Diaspora, Barry Faure, attended the dialogue, representing Seychelles' participation in global discussions.
Mar 05, 2026 · 7 articles
International
China has announced a new zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries, effective from Friday until April 30, 2028. This move expands an existing duty-free scheme that previously covered 33 least-developed African nations. The policy aims…
Impact: Seychelles barred Taiwan's leader from flying over its territory, reportedly under pressure from China, illustrating China's influence in the region.
Apr 28, 2026 · 13 articles
International
Paraguay President Santiago Peña visited Taiwan to strengthen diplomatic relations, reaffirming Paraguay's commitment as Taiwan's only South American ally. The visit included military honors, meetings with President Lai Ching-te, and discussions on cooperation agreements in…
Impact: Taiwan accused China of pressuring Seychelles to revoke overflight permits for Lai Ching-te's trip to Eswatini.
May 08, 2026 · 6 articles
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Patrick Herminie
opposition leader
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Seychelles
Patrick Herminie is a prominent Seychellois politician and leader of the United
Madagascar
regional peers
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Seychelles
Seychelles and Madagascar are regional peers in the Indian Ocean with no signifi
Madagascar
regional peers
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Seychelles
Madagascar and Seychelles are regional peers in the Indian Ocean with no signifi
Lai Ching-te
unaffiliated
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Seychelles
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has no formal structural relationship with Seyc
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