Fisheries & Blue Economy Diplomacy: India and Seychelles held a high-level meeting in New Delhi on Aug 25 to deepen cooperation in fisheries, aquaculture and the blue economy, with talks on tuna fisheries, hatchery development, stock assessment, post-harvest technology, marine conservation, and fish waste management. Digital Monitoring for Sustainability: Both sides also discussed using digital tools—AI for harvest management, fisheries data systems, and monitoring and surveillance infrastructure—to strengthen long-term resource management. MoU Push: Seychelles signalled interest in accelerating a dedicated fisheries-and-aquaculture Memorandum of Understanding with a structured work plan, technical exchanges, training, joint research and pilot projects. Solar for Energy Security: In Victoria Falls, Seychelles’ environment minister backed faster solar deployment, stressing solar storage and strong grids to cut fuel imports and climate vulnerabilities, while welcoming ISA partnership frameworks for rooftop and distributed solar. Youth-Led Green Action: Bel Ombre’s “Green Harvest” initiative is training Seychelles youth through community gardening, linking food security and sustainability with local partners and education-focused support. Seaweed Aquaculture Potential: A Seychelles seaweed report highlights promising species with very low mercury levels, pointing to safer, export-ready seaweed farming as a cleaner aquaculture future. Wildlife Spotlight: The Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 released sneak peeks of shortlisted images, including Arctic and ocean stories that underline the need to protect habitats and species.