Context:
Recently, the Indian Army contingent participated in the 10th edition of Joint Military Exercise “LAMITIYE-2024” with the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF).
Relevance:
GS III: Security Challenges
About LAMITIYE
Name and Meaning:
- LAMITIYE, derived from the Creole language of Seychelles, translates to ‘Friendship’.
- Creole is one of the official languages of Seychelles.
Objective:
- Enhance interoperability in Sub-conventional Operations within Semi-Urban environments.
- Aligned with Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter on Peacekeeping Operations.
Activities:
- Conducts a Field Training Exercise focusing on combat scenarios.
- Facilitates discussions, lectures, and demonstrations on combat strategies and tactics.
Significance:
- Strengthens and promotes bilateral military relations between participating nations.
- Facilitates the exchange of skills and experiences among military personnel.
Seychelles
- Geographical Location:
- Seychelles is an island nation situated in the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar.
- Natural Attractions:
- Renowned for its pristine beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and diverse nature reserves.
- Home to rare and unique wildlife, including the iconic giant Aldabra tortoises.
- Aldabra Atoll:
- Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Recognized as the world’s largest raised coral atoll.
- Houses the largest population of giant tortoises globally, adding to its ecological significance.
