Devika Vidot | |
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Minister of Investment, Entrepreneurship and Industry | |
Assumed office 3 November 2020 | |
President | Wavel Ramkalawan |
Preceded by | Vincent Mériton |
Personal details | |
Born | Devika Sumitra Kathrina Vidot [1] 18 November 1988 [2] Takamaka,Seychelles |
Occupation | Accountant,politician |
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Vidot graduated with a degree in accounting and finance from the University of Manchester and a master's degree in professional accountancy. [4] She has worked in the financial service industry and is experienced in auditing. She has also been a lecturer at the University of Seychelles in business administration. [4] Her last occupation was for the offshore industry. [6]
On 31 October 2020,Vidot was elected unanimously as Minister of Investment,Entrepreneurship and Industry. [7]
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