The United States said that it has re-opened its embassy in Victoria, Seychelles, marking a return to a full-time diplomatic presence on the island nation in the East Indian Ocean. The decision marked a return to a full-time U.S. presence in Seychelles for the first time in 27 years as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said it "symbolizes our commitment to deepening our partnership with the government and people of Seychelles as a key nation in the Indian Ocean region." "The time is right to elevate the relationship so that together we can better address shared challenges and take advantage of mutually beneficial opportunities," Blinken said. "The United States and Seychelles share an agenda that includes developing the blue economy, responding to climate change, improving maritime security, and stemming transnational crime and corruption." (https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2023/06/02/Seychelles-embassy-diplomatic-relations/2591685702113/) The United States first established diplomatic relations with Seychelles in 1976, following Seychelles' independence from Britain. The State Department said the two have enjoyed a history of partnership and cooperation based on shared priorities in the Indian Ocean.
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