The main aim of the Press and Public Affairs (PPA) section is to promote a positive image of the United Kingdom and its policies in Seychelles. We do this in a variety of ways, including the tried and tested means of press releases, publications, publicity materials, radio and TV interviews by various members of the High Commission in Seychelles. We deal with all enquiries from journalists as well as members of the general public.

Recent news and events

The war in Afghanistan: how a political surge can work 17 November 2009

David Miliband delivered a speech on Afghanistan at the NATO Parliamentary Assembly on Tuesday 17 November.

Palestine on Parliament's agenda 13 November 2009

Ivan Lewis and DfID Minister of State Douglas Alexander attended the annual conference of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Palestine on 9 November.

Fighting piracy - Seychelles and EU sign SOFA 12 November 2009

Seychelles and the European Union have signed a Status of Forces Agreement which established the legal status of foreign military and civilian personnel participating in the framework of the EU Military Operation Atalanta

Remembrance day 12 November 2009

In Seychelles, the Seychellois who fought in the two world wars were remembered in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Mont Fleuri cenotaph on 8 November. The British High Commissioner, Matthew Forbes led the ceremony and delivered the main address.

The global change we need: Campaigning Diplomacy 07 November 2009

Foreign Secretary David Milliband spoke to the Fabian Society on the challenge of engaging citizens on foreign policy issues.