AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoOcean Climate Push: Global leaders have issued an open letter urging COP31 hosts Türkiye and Australia to put the ocean at the heart of climate action, with Seychelles among the governments backing a “Blue COP” push. Trade & Regional Ties: The EU and ESA4 states (Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius and Seychelles) have concluded negotiations on an enhanced Economic Partnership Agreement, with the EU publishing key Q&As on what it means for trade. Seychelles Tourism Spotlight: U.S. News & World Report named Seychelles the world’s top eco-tourism destination in 2026 rankings, while a separate piece asks whether the crown is matched by ongoing sustainability challenges. Aviation Update: Aeroflot will continue regular flights to Seychelles in the summer season from July 8, using Airbus A350 wide-body aircraft, with twice-weekly Moscow–Seychelles service. Ocean Governance & Heritage: A World Ocean Day event highlighted calls for innovative, inclusive ocean governance in Nigeria, and an Indian Ocean workshop in Mauritius focused on preserving indentured labour heritage across the region. Sports & Culture: A Seychelles-hosted film screening in Victoria marked Pushkin’s birthday and celebrated Russia–Seychelles cultural ties.
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