AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOcean Conservation Funding: A major ocean funding gap is being highlighted ahead of the Our Ocean conference in Kenya, with only about 14% of needed international conservation finance reaching the sea—while Seychelles is cited for already protecting over 30% of its waters through innovative marine-focused finance. Blue COP Call: Global leaders have issued an open letter urging COP31 hosts Türkiye and Australia to put the ocean at the heart of climate action, pointing to ocean-climate solutions that need faster implementation. Coral Restoration in the Western Indian Ocean: Canon South Africa is spotlighting coral restoration work using advanced imaging tools with partners including Nature Seychelles, as reefs face ongoing climate-driven bleaching. Local Conservation Success: On Curieuse Island, Seychelles’ giant tortoise translocation programme is showcased as a real-world survival and hope story—helping build a secure, free-roaming population. Tourism Policy & Sustainability: Seychelles backed the UN Tourism Management Vision 2026–2029, stressing sustainability, capacity building, resilience, and stronger institutional foundations for island destinations. Climate Messaging: Nature Seychelles is pushing the #NowForClimate call as World Environment Day 2026 lands.
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