New Danish Ambassador Schonemann Presents Credentials to President Ramkalawan

Ambassador Stephan Schonemann of Denmark presented his credentials to Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan, marking a strengthening of bilateral relations. Discussions focused on collaboration in maritime security, climate change, and tourism. Ambasador Schonemann expressed commitment to fostering partnerships, particularly in energy and climate initiatives during his tenure.

His Excellency Mr. Stephan Schonemann, the newly appointed Ambassador-designate of the Kingdom of Denmark to the Republic of Seychelles, presented his credentials to President Wavel Ramkalawan during a formal ceremony at the State House yesterday morning. The event marked an important step in strengthening diplomatic ties between the two nations.

During the ceremony, President Ramkalawan welcomed Ambassador Schonemann and reaffirmed the robust bilateral relations between Seychelles and Denmark, particularly in the maritime sector. He expressed optimism regarding the potential to expand cooperation into other areas of mutual interest, including key global issues.

Key topics discussed included climate change, maritime security, and tourism, emphasizing the importance of these areas for both countries. The President extended greetings to His Majesty King Frederik X of Denmark, acknowledging the respect and connection that exist between the two nations.

Ambassador Schonemann, in remarks to the press, expressed his enthusiasm for assuming his new role and detailed the constructive dialogue he had with President Ramkalawan. He emphasized his commitment to enhancing existing partnerships, notably in energy and climate initiatives throughout his tenure in Seychelles.

Following the credential presentation, Ambassador Schonemann held a courtesy call with Vice President Ahmed Afif. He is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and succeeds H.E. Mr. Ole Thonke, who served as Denmark’s Ambassador to Seychelles since April 20, 2021. The ceremony was attended by various dignitaries, including the Minister for Tourism and Foreign Affairs, among others.

The presentation of credentials by Ambassador Stephan Schonemann reinforces the commitment of Denmark to fostering strong bilateral ties with Seychelles, particularly in maritime cooperation and addressing global challenges. The discussions held between the Ambassador and President Ramkalawan signal a shared interest in expanding collaboration across multiple sectors, particularly in addressing climate change and enhancing tourism efforts. The continued engagement at high diplomatic levels underscores the importance of mutual cooperation for both nations.

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