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he enthralling world of Seychelles grasps an exclusivity of its own, and this, mingled with a natural legacy, captivating panoramas, peaceful sunsets, hypnotic beaches, lovely people, colorful and vibrant market place, almighty sights of plush foot hills and titillating marine life‌. is a complete direction of lifetime!!! The Vanilla Islands of the Indian Ocean Region is a term that has textured in the domain of leisure industry since couple of years ago but that is fast grabbling the attention of the world of tourism. Yet again, the revitalizing air in Seychelles was jam-packed with the essence of the carnival International de Victoria with its 4th edition. The carnival of carnivals in Victoria, Seychelles, has turned out to be one of the capital’s most prevalent and awaited happenings. The carnival is held each year to rejoice the assortment of ethos within this trifling nirvana on earth. An outstandingly Creole custom makes the carnival very diverse and unique, not in only culture, but traditionally and faithfully as well. No doubt, the carnival of carnivals has grown bigger and better each year and has fetched lots of attention to the Seychelles islands. A dialogue with the press took place on the 24th April in the main MAy-june 2014
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Ghana’s wealth of resources, democratic political system and dynamic economy, makes it undoubtedly one of Africa’s leading foreign investment destinations. Gaining the world’s confidence with a peaceful political transition
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and a grounded and firm commitment to democracy has helped in expediting Ghana’s growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) in recent years. Ghana has attracted the attention of well-known international
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4. Shri Salman Khurshid lighting the lamp
5. H.E. Mr. Alexandre Cece Loua, Ambassador of the Republic of Guinea to India along with the other eminent dignitaries
7. A momento presented by a member of PHD Chamber to Shri Salman Khurshid
6. An inspiring speech delivered by the chief guest for the evening
8. A beautiful Kalbeliya dance performed by a troop at the event
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