Sea Turtle Rescue: A fisherman in Roxas City, Philippines, reported a juvenile critically endangered hawksbill sea turtle caught in his net; officials assessed it as uninjured and released it the same day, highlighting threats like bycatch and warming that endanger nesting beaches. Seychelles Youth & Food Security: Bel Ombre’s “Green Harvest” initiative is turning a community garden into hands-on learning for young people, linking nature, local food and sustainability through partners including Gaea Seychelles and Educate to Connect. India–Seychelles Blue Economy Ties: India and Seychelles discussed deeper cooperation spanning maritime security, the Blue Economy, digital governance and education, with a focus on people-to-people links. Blue Economy Investment Push: Tanzania’s DMI is urging more private investment across fisheries, aquaculture, tourism, transport and logistics as it prepares for an international blue economy conference. Seychelles Seaweed for Cleaner Aquaculture: A study points to low mercury levels in promising Seychelles seaweed species, supporting safer, export-ready seaweed aquaculture. Maritime Security Support: India handed Seychelles repaired Dornier electronic units and calibrated tools to boost EEZ surveillance and SAR readiness. Tourism Partnerships: Seychelles and Kenya Airways are promoting twin-centre safari-and-beach trips for North American travellers, aiming to grow visitor numbers. Climate Watch: A report warns that El Niño and a likely Indian Ocean Dipole could stress mangroves via heat, flooding and salinity changes, calling for stronger monitoring and early warning.