June 15 2011 -- After meeting President James Michel at State House yesterday, the ambassador of the Order of Malta to Victoria, Mr Antonio Benedetto Spada praised Seychelles for its efforts to blend development with environment conservation.

"Every time I come to Seychelles, I can't help but admire the development taking place as this is being done with preservation in mind. It is a good mix," ambassador Spado said after.

The ambassador, here to attend the June 18 National Day celebrations, said Seychelles must continue to find ways to upgrade its tourism marketing "because this is the nicest place in the world to visit".