AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoBiodiversity & Wildlife: Seychelles-linked giant tortoise Jonathan has been named a Guinness World Records Icon, extending his record to 194 years and highlighting the long arc of conservation. Marine Conservation: New research presented at Kenya’s Our Ocean Conference points to about 166,000 sq km of reefs that may be more climate-resilient, offering hope for targeted protection as El Niño looms. Local Action: The Seychelles Challenge and Outward Bounds Association ran clean-ups across five Mahé nature trails, removing waste and helping keep popular routes welcoming. Chemicals & Health: Seychelles strengthened its ability to manage trade in hazardous chemicals through a UNDP-supported training workshop under the GEF-funded ISLANDS project. Tourism Policy: Seychelles endorsed UN Tourism’s Management Vision 2026–2029, with sustainability and capacity building front and centre. Environment Watch: A report warns that a Qatari-funded luxury hotel development on Assomption Island could threaten nearby Aldabra, urging UNESCO to act.
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