AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoLa Digue Development: President Patrick Herminie inspected completed sea-wall and landfill projects worth SCR 8.9 million, with more than SCR 247 million in further developments under consideration. Transport Minister Veronique Laporte also met residents and reviewed island transport projects. Tourism Investment: Seychelles tourism ambassador Alain St Ange is leading a delegation to Madagascar from November 15 to 20 to promote regional tourism and attract investment. Air Links: Etihad will stop operating its own aircraft on the Abu Dhabi–Mahé route from January 11, but daily flights will continue on Air Seychelles under Etihad’s code; passengers will have one scheduled option instead of two. Climate Finance: At COP31, Vice-President Alix Pillay urged leaders to turn climate pledges into funding, warning that disasters are costing Seychelles millions and recovery must not deepen debt. Budget and Energy: The 2027 budget sets spending at SCR 12.86 billion, under a plan to accelerate growth while protecting social gains. Seychelles has also launched its first marine floating-solar pilot at Providence Port. Regional Ranking: Seychelles placed 10th among African countries for salary purchasing power, with a score of 31.5 in Numbeo’s 2026 mid-year index.
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