President Michel sends messages of good health and prosperity for newborn Princess of Cambridge |05 May 2015

President James Michel on behalf of the government and people of Seychelles has extended sincere congratulations to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, on the occasion of the birth of her granddaughter, Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte of Cambridge.

In his message, President Michel remarked that “we have no doubt that the future of Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte of Cambridge is bright, as she joins the House of Windsor’s rich legacy, which you have firmly consolidated during your reign.”

In a separate message, President Michel also congratulated the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the arrival of the newest member of the House of Windsor. He noted that “it gives us great pride and joy to reflect upon the personal contributions Your Highness continues to make within the Commonwealth, to advance our shared vision and values. The compassionate leadership yourself and the Duchess display towards all nations of the Commonwealth are celebrated and deeply appreciated.”

President Michel reiterated on behalf of the government and people of Seychelles, best wishes for the good health and prosperity of all members of the Royal family, especially that of the newborn Princess of Cambridge.  
 
According to the British Broadcasting Corporation, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge decided late yesterday to name their daughter Charlotte Elizabeth Diana.

The fourth in line to the throne will be known as Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte of Cambridge.

There had been speculation that the couple would include the name of Diana in honour of Prince William's mother.

Charlotte was born on Saturday morning at 8.30am in the Lindo Wing of London's St Mary's Hospital.

Charlotte, the feminine form of Charles, has a long royal pedigree and became popular in the 18th century when it was the name of George III's queen. The King bought Buckingham House in 1761 for his wife Queen Charlotte to use as a family home close to St James's Palace - it became known as the Queen's House and is now Buckingham Palace.

Charles is the name of two former Kings and of the Prince of Wales, the princess's grandfather.

Charlotte also has a connection on the duchess's side, as the middle name of her sister Pippa Middleton.