AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMarine Protection Under Pressure: A new global study in Science Advances says drifting fish aggregating devices (dFADs) affect more than half of the world’s protected marine areas, with thousands of strandings recorded across 174 protected areas (2007–2023). Researchers warn MPAs can’t stop gear released elsewhere from drifting in, harming coral reefs, entangling wildlife, and leaving communities to clear debris—pushing for tighter limits, better tracking, and stronger company responsibility. Seychelles–EU Tuna Deal: The EU and Seychelles renewed a Sustainable Fisheries Partnership protocol in Brussels, restoring EU access to Seychelles waters for four years, allowing up to 55,000 tonnes of tuna and other migratory species per year. Ocean Sound Threat: Noise pollution from rising marine traffic is highlighted as a growing risk to marine life across the Western Indian Ocean, including Seychelles waters. Coral Recovery Work: A coral reef restoration project across Mauritius, Seychelles and Rodrigues is rebuilding damaged reefs to boost coastal protection and fisheries as bleaching events intensify. Seychelles at 50 with India: Seychelles marked its 50th Independence anniversary with events in New Delhi celebrating sustainable development and ocean governance ties with India.
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