AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOcean & Climate Diplomacy: Seychelles’ Angelique Pouponneau, lead ocean negotiator for AOSIS, says ocean protection must come with deep emissions cuts and real climate finance—calling out “hypocrisy” from states that praise the sea while expanding fossil fuels. Marine Conservation & Pollution Risk: A new global study in Science Advances finds drifting fish aggregating devices affect more than half of the world’s protected marine areas, with calls for tighter limits, better tracking, and stronger responsibility for retrieving lost gear. Local Environment Action: Parliamentary Service staff joined an on-site mangrove planting drive at Ephelia Resort, supporting restoration of Seychelles’ coastal ecosystems. Housing With Sustainability Angle: NBCC (India) signed an agreement to build 1,008 affordable homes on Île Aurore, including a dedicated sewage treatment plant, funded via a $75m Indian line of credit. Biodiversity & Culture: Rendezvous Praslinois returns in a rebranded eco-cultural format at Fond Ferdinand Nature Reserve, spotlighting Coco de Mer conservation and Praslin’s Creole traditions. Tourism Policy & Leadership: Seychelles’ Alain St. Ange is set to deliver a keynote on tourism as a global catalyst—linking economic gains with protecting cultures and environments.
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