President Danny Faure received the President of the Republic of Rwanda and Chairperson of the African Union, His Excellency Mr Paul Kagame, at State House this afternoon. President Kagame is in Seychelles on a private visit.

The tête-à-tête between President Faure and President Kagame was an opportunity for the two Heads of State to re-ignite the partnership that Seychelles and Rwanda share since the establishment of diplomatic relations.  The meeting will also further the bonds of friendship and increase the levels of cooperation between the two countries.

Following the meeting, the two statesmen exchanged gifts on behalf of Seychelles and Rwanda.