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Seychelles: The Seychelles President (Government of The Seychelles)

2012/12/18

The Seychelles President says the Commonwealth needs to adapt to remain relevant in the 21st Century.

James Michel says issues like climate change and economic instability need to be at the forefront of discussions at the meeting.

Mr Michel spoke to Santilla Chingaipe about some of the key issues of relevance to the Seychelles at the CHOGM.

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