10.18.07
Credentials presented to the Grand Duke of Luxembourg by Seychelles Ambassador
On September 13, 2007, Seychelles Ambassador with residence in Brussels, Mr. Barry Faure, presented his credentials to His Royal Highness Henri of Luxembourg, Grand Duke of Luxembourg, who has served as Head of State since October 7, 2000.
The ceremony took place in the capital city of Luxembourg. The letter of recall of the predecessor of His Royal Highness and the letter of credence was presented by Ambassador Faure. By this letter, the President of Seychelles accredited him as Ambassador to Her Majesty’s Court.
Presenting credentials was followed by a photo session as well as a private audience with the Grand Duke.
Also, Ambassador Faure presented to the Grand Duke a coco-de-mer on behalf of the Seychelles’ President and the people, which symbolizes desire to maintain and further enhance good relations marked by friendship, co-operation and mutual respect.
Diplomatic relations of Seychelles and Luxembourg, one of the smallest counties in Europe with the world’s 2nd highest GDP per capita and a highly developed financial services sector, were established on February 17, 1989.
During Faure’s 1st working mission to Luxembourg, he also held meetings with Seychelles Honorary Consul, Mr. Andre Schwachtgen, the Chief Protocol Officer and the Marshall of the Grand Duke’s Court, as well as with other officials of the Court.