AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTourism & Climate: Seychelles expects a boost in Russian visitors after Aeroflot resumes regular flights from 8 July (twice weekly), with ministers calling Russia a key market for the island’s recovery. Sustainable Tourism: Seychelles closed its 2025–2026 cruise season at Port Victoria with 41 calls, stressing a shift toward attracting the “right” cruises and keeping sustainability at the forefront. Freshwater Protection: UNESCO’s IslandWatch is rolling out citizen-science freshwater monitoring in Mahé, using a mobile app and shared data platform to strengthen local observation and decision-making. Marine Conservation Debate: Seychelles voters face a high-stakes decision on a controversial hotel project near a protected marine reserve, with critics warning of ecosystem damage and supporters pointing to jobs and tourism growth. Regional Tourism Leadership: Seychelles hosted the 69th UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa, while Ghana won the right to host the 70th CAF session in 2027. Governance & Environment: Seychelles said a draft citation for the “Guardian of the Blue Horizon” award circulated online had spelling errors and was not approved for public release.
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