Africa-Press – Seychelles. President Patrick Herminie began his official state visit to India with a strong focus on healthcare cooperation, concluding the first day in Chennai with strategic engagements aimed at strengthening Seychelles’ health system and supporting Seychellois patients receiving treatment abroad.
Accompanied by First Lady Veronique Herminie and Minister for Health Dr Marvin Fanny, the President met Seychellois patients and their families, including colleague Dr Lawrence Reginald, to convey solidarity and best wishes for recovery.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring access to quality, compassionate, and specialised healthcare for all Seychellois, both at home and overseas.
At SIMS Hospital, President Herminie held substantive discussions with management and medical professionals on expanding collaboration in specialised treatment, medical training, pharmaceutical supply, and workforce support. Opportunities explored included dialysis unit expansion, real-time patient data systems adaptable for Seychelles, and structured professional exchanges.
As a concrete outcome, a team of SIMS experts will visit Seychelles in March to conduct a situational analysis and develop a comprehensive plan for healthcare modernisation.
Minister Fanny noted that the visit provides a valuable opportunity to secure specialised technical support aligned with the government’s strategic plans, while also allowing officials to assess firsthand the conditions of Seychellois patients in Chennai.
Later in the day, President Herminie visited Balaji Dental and Craniofacial Hospital, led by Dr Bala, who served in Seychelles for decades. The President expressed appreciation for Dr Bala’s outstanding service and explored new avenues of cooperation in dental and craniofacial care.
President Herminie arrived in India on Thursday for his official visit.
The accompanying photos show some highlights of President Herminie’s first day in India.
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