AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoClimate Resilience: A study of 28 atoll islands finds seabird guano and native forests can help reefs keep pace with sea-level rise through 2100 under warming of up to 2°C, strengthening the case for restoring island ecosystems. Ocean Governance: Seychelles reaffirmed its commitment to regional marine protection at Nairobi Convention COP12, which adopted 15 decisions to advance ocean conservation and sustainable development across the Western Indian Ocean. Conservation: A major programme is underway on Alphonse Atoll to remove invasive rats, mice, cats and chickens and give native wildlife a chance to recover. Cultural Heritage: First Lady Véronique Herminie said Seychelles would welcome Russian expertise in protecting cultural and natural heritage, highlighting Mahé’s historic Mission Lodge. Business: Seychelles-based crypto exchange MEXC is ending services for users in Russia and Belarus from October 20, citing global compliance requirements. Travel Health: Seychelles has introduced a 21-day separation requirement for foreign nationals who recently visited the Democratic Republic of Congo, amid its Ebola outbreak.
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