02.19.09
Seychelles has ever best relations with Russia
On February 10, 2009, relations between Seychelles and Russia were described as being “at their best” since diplomatic ties between the two countries were established.
This comment was made by outgoing Russian ambassador to Seychelles Alexander Vladimirov after he had paid a final visit to President James Michel and Vice-President Joseph Belmont at State House. He called Seychelles a friend and noted that during its time of hardships the offshore jurisdiction can still rely on Russia for support.
Alexander Vladimirov spent in Seychelles 4 years. He said that during this time, he saw remarkable developments between Seychelles and Russia. He noted that more Russian businessmen have been investing in Seychelles, more Russian tourists have been coming to Seychelles, direct flights from Moscow to Mahe have begun, and more education exchanges have taken place.
At a farewell reception held in his honour at the Coral Strand Hotel, Vladimirov said that his time in Seychelles was a very pleasant chapter in his diplomatic career.
At the reception, Minister for Foreign Affairs Patrick Pillay recalled the great enthusiasm of Ambassador Vladimirov when approaching his posting in Seychelles 4 years ago.