UN Diplomacy & Peace Talks: Seychelles President Dr. Patrick Herminie told the UN that Seychelles is “a friend to all, and an enemy to none,” framing non-alignment as an active choice for peace—raising fresh questions about whether the island could offer a discreet meeting ground for dialogue. Regional Security: Nigeria’s Vice President Kashim Shettima urged UN member states to cooperate on intelligence-sharing, stopping the financing of violence, and UN reform that gives Africa permanent representation. Maritime & Security Presence: Russia’s Baltic Fleet training ship Perekop arrived in Victoria for the first time, with crew participation in protocol, cultural events, and visits linked to naval training. Crypto Shock in Seychelles: Seychelles-based Bitget paused customer withdrawals after a reported $351.6m hack, saying user funds are safe and losses are covered by its own funds while investigations continue. Tourism Mobility Debate: A growing push for visa-free travel across Africa is highlighted as intra-African visa requirements rise, while Seychelles-linked regional discussions keep focusing on easier mobility for tourism and business. Seychelles Agriculture: Seed science and planting material security remains a priority as Seychelles relies heavily on imported vegetable seeds, aiming to protect quality while strengthening local conservation and multiplication. Local Sports & Community: The Clean Shores Run in Roche Caïman combined sport with coastal cleanup awareness, supported by youth and sports officials and the Russian embassy.