First Georgian ambassador accredited to Seychelles
The first ambassador of the Republic of Georgia to Seychelles presented his credentials to President James Michel at State House yesterday.
Ambassador Vaktang Jaoshvili later told the press that the avoidance of double taxation and civil aviation agreements between the two countries were the main issues discussed with the Seychellois president.
He said Seychelles and Georgia have already discussed plenty of beneficial projects to both countries before formalising their relations and already had very fruitful cooperation since the establishment of diplomatic relations two years ago.
A memorandum of understanding will soon be signed between the two countries in the areas of cooperation discussed.
“Georgia has an interest in Seychelles and vice versa. The fact that we are present in Africa means that we pay a lot of attention to having ‘win-win’ relations with African states, and of course Seychelles has a special place in this,” said Ambassador Jaoshvili.
Regarding civil aviation, Ambassador Jaoshvili said his country is aware of the strategic position of Seychelles in relation to the African continent.
“I have no doubt that with air services agreement in place, many Georgians will take this opportunity to contribute towards Africa through Seychelles,” he said.
The Georgian ambassador singled out projects and cooperation in education and culture, adding that “we’re going in the right direction and people will realise the fruits of our cooperation soon”.
The ambassador of Georgia has a four-year mandate and will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia since his embassy not only serves Ethiopia and other countries like Seychelles but also the African Union.
Ambassador Jaoshvili also called on the Speaker of the National Assembly, Dr Patrick Herminie, yesterday at the National Assembly headquarters at Ile du Port.
Ambassador Vaktang Jaoshvili later told the press that the avoidance of double taxation and civil aviation agreements between the two countries were the main issues discussed with the Seychellois president.
He said Seychelles and Georgia have already discussed plenty of beneficial projects to both countries before formalising their relations and already had very fruitful cooperation since the establishment of diplomatic relations two years ago.
A memorandum of understanding will soon be signed between the two countries in the areas of cooperation discussed.
“Georgia has an interest in Seychelles and vice versa. The fact that we are present in Africa means that we pay a lot of attention to having ‘win-win’ relations with African states, and of course Seychelles has a special place in this,” said Ambassador Jaoshvili.
Regarding civil aviation, Ambassador Jaoshvili said his country is aware of the strategic position of Seychelles in relation to the African continent.
“I have no doubt that with air services agreement in place, many Georgians will take this opportunity to contribute towards Africa through Seychelles,” he said.
The Georgian ambassador singled out projects and cooperation in education and culture, adding that “we’re going in the right direction and people will realise the fruits of our cooperation soon”.
The ambassador of Georgia has a four-year mandate and will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia since his embassy not only serves Ethiopia and other countries like Seychelles but also the African Union.
Ambassador Jaoshvili also called on the Speaker of the National Assembly, Dr Patrick Herminie, yesterday at the National Assembly headquarters at Ile du Port.
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