AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoOcean & Climate Watch: A new El Niño warning is raising alarm for Seychelles coral reefs, with NOAA forecasting strengthening conditions in the Pacific that could mean more heat stress and extreme weather impacts for marine life. Coastal Conservation in Seychelles: Parliamentary Service staff joined a mangrove planting drive around Ephelia Resort, backing restoration of Seychelles’ coastal ecosystems. Seychelles Diplomacy & Environment Links: Venezuela’s ambassador presented credentials to President Patrick Herminie, highlighting shared environmental and development priorities and moving toward a visa waiver for official passports. Sustainable Housing & Infrastructure: NBCC (India) signed an agreement to build 1,008 affordable housing units on Île Aurore, including a dedicated sewage treatment plant—aimed at improving living standards while supporting sustainable urban development. Regional Ocean Advocacy: Seychelles’ Angelique Pouponneau, ocean negotiator for AOSIS, warns that ocean protection must go hand-in-hand with deep emissions cuts and real climate finance. Tourism Leadership: David Germain has returned to the Seychelles Tourism Board as Dedicated Representative for the Americas and Canada, signalling a push to strengthen Seychelles’ long-haul tourism reach.
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