May 3 2011 -- President James Michel has sent a message of congratulations to President Barack Obama in Washington following the successful operation by United States military forces which resulted in the death of Al Qaeda leader, Osama Bin Laden,

President Michel hailed the outcome a 'victory for justice and for all peace-loving nations'.

"The people of the Republic of Seychelles join me in expressing our congratulations to you on your leadership and vision that has enabled this milestone in the global effort to combat terrorism.
The success of this operation has undoubtedly dealt a severe blow to those who seek to use terrorism around the world for whatever purpose," the President has said in his message.
 
The President also highlighted the continued solidarity of all Seychellois for all Americans and particularly those who had lost loved ones in the attack of 11th September 2001 orchestrated by Al Qaeda in which so many innocent people lost their lives.

President Michel also pledged support for the continued efforts to fight against intolerance and mass violence and called also for more attention in this matter to be given to Africa, and particularly the situation in Somalia.