AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSeychelles Marine Vote Watch: Voters head to the polls amid a heated fight over a proposed hotel near a protected marine reserve, with conservationists warning of damage to fragile ecosystems and biodiversity, while supporters argue the project could boost jobs and tourism. Blue Economy Diplomacy: Seychelles’ newly instituted “Guardian of the Blue Horizon” honour for environmental leadership is still making waves abroad, after India hit back at Pakistan’s defence minister over claims about the award’s legitimacy and timing. Tourism Pulse: Seychelles expects more Russian visitors after Aeroflot resumes regular flights from 8 July, with the minister calling Russia a key market for the island’s recovery. Cruise Season Shift: Seychelles closed its 2025–2026 cruise season with 41 calls, saying the real win is moving toward attracting the “right” ships, not just more of them. Wildlife & Invasives: New research highlights that free-ranging cats don’t just hunt birds and rodents—they also eat large numbers of insects, raising fresh concerns for island ecosystems. Fisheries Integrity Push: The EACC urged African countries to set up joint investigations and cross-border asset recovery to tackle corruption networks exploiting fisheries.
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