AI & Marine Protection: Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority expanded an AI-assisted camera network across Sainte Anne Marine National Park to better monitor nesting sea turtles and flag incidents in real time. Plastic & Fisheries Pollution: A new study highlights how vast amounts of plastic and fishing gear are washing onto Seychelles beaches, with Aldabra alone estimated to have over 500 tonnes, and findings pointing to pollution likely coming from vessels in or near Seychelles waters. Blue Economy & Security Tech: Researchers argue Africa should use unmanned systems like drones as “force multipliers” for offshore surveillance, while noting legal and training hurdles. Fisheries Partnership: Seychelles strengthened ties with India to boost landed tuna revenues and post-harvest management, including investment in processing, product diversification, and better fisheries data for monitoring and surveillance. Tourism Strategy: Seychelles Tourism Board is putting GCC connectivity at the centre of its high-value, sustainable tourism push at ATM 2026, anchored by a planned Emirates MoU and stronger regional trade engagement. Traditional Medicine Research: WHO calls for more research into traditional medicine, with Seychelles among countries committing to set up national research centres. Nuclear-Free Indian Ocean: Comoros and Seychelles’ ratification of the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons is framed as a practical security model for the region.