AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTrade and Investment: The National Assembly unanimously approved the Trade Remedies Bill, giving Seychelles a framework to counter dumping and other harmful import practices. A first shipment of dried sea cucumber to China has also gone ahead under zero-tariff terms. Conservation: A new study estimates nearly 183,000 adult and young giant tortoises on Aldabra, while research suggests restoring native vegetation and seabird populations could help atoll islands adapt to rising seas. Digital Economy: Airtel Africa says it will continue investing in Seychelles’ connectivity, following its 5G rollout; talks with Vice-President Sebastien Pillay also covered more affordable internet and digital financial services. Financial Sector: BitMEX, the Seychelles-based crypto exchange operator, faces a UK claim seeking about £20 million in bitcoin losses. The claimant alleges it offered derivatives without UK regulatory approval; the claim has not yet been served on the company.
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