AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBiodiversity & Wetlands: Seychelles marked Biodiversity Week with a new pact and ongoing habitat work, including a MoU to restore wetlands and protect the Baie Lazare watershed (Dan Sours) through the Ridge to Reef project. Community Action: A second Cleanup Marathon stage in Victoria mobilised schoolchildren and residents to clear areas around Les Mamelles and Plaisance, pushing a cleaner-streets message. Climate Policy (Local): The National Assembly joined a regional workshop on methane and climate action in Nairobi, with Seychelles parliamentarians discussing climate finance and implementation. Tourism & Environment: President Patrick Herminie visited the Seychelles Tourism Board’s Information Office on La Digue, hearing calls for stronger visitor safety, better trail maintenance, clearer signage, and safer buggy rules for cyclists. Blue Economy (Regional): Seychelles-linked voices are building momentum for stronger UN Tourism representation for small island tourism economies, while regional blue economy research and workshops continue across the Indian Ocean. Food & Nature (Regional): The Indian Ocean Tuna Commission eased yellowfin tuna rules after stock assessments, while also updating bycatch handling guidance for manta and devil rays. Humanitarian Coordination (Africa): The African Union launched a new humanitarian coordination platform in Mahé to improve crisis response and address major funding gaps.
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