PGA's International Peace and Security Program congratulates the National Assembly of Seychelles on resolving unanimously yesterday to authorize the Government of Seychelles to accede to the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism (ICSANT).

Seychelles National Assembly - Revised Order Paper (1) for the Sittings of Tuesday 29th to Wednesday 30th of October 2024 (Motions)

PGA wishes to acknowledge, in particular, the significant advocacy/outreach efforts of the Leader of Government Business in the National Assembly, Hon. Bernard Georges (PGA Executive Committee Member) in the past 18 months which contributed substantively and positively to this outcome.

PGA looks forward to the deposit of the Instrument of Ratification of Seychelles of the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism (ICSANT) in the near future.

PGA is pleased to partner with UNODC and other partners in the implementation of its campaign to promote adherence to ICSANT. PGA is grateful to the Weapons Threat Reduction Program (WTRP) of Global Affairs Canada (GAC) for its funding support of this Campaign. 

Background Documentation

• PGA National Parliamentary Session in Seychelles on Encouraging Female and Male Parliamentarians to Promote Nuclear and Radiological Security
• Hon. Bernard Georges Hosts A Collaborative Workshop With Parliamentarians For Global Action
• Parliamentarians enlightened on nuclear security
• Seychelles Approves Ratification of the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism (ICSANT)
• Seychelles - Cabinet Business- Thursday 25th July 2024
• Cabinet's decision: The Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism to be ratified