AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSeychelles Residence Rules: Seychelles has set out three conditions foreigners must meet before a residence permit is considered: they must not be a prohibited immigrant, they need family or domestic ties to the islands, or they must show a meaningful contribution (or intended contribution) to life in Seychelles. Russia–Seychelles Ties: Seychelles hosted a “Knowledge Day” lesson with Russian Embassy support, while the new Russian ambassador says the priority is maintaining momentum in the long-running relationship, spanning tourism, culture, trade, research and healthcare. Business & Scrutiny: Prominent businessman Ramachandran Ottapathu says his link to the Duma Boko School and Clinic project was only temporary—helping register a company—after which he says he left the shareholder role. Maritime & Security: A report highlights how small, unregistered vessels enable sea crimes, including drug trafficking and IUU fishing, underscoring risks across Indian Ocean shipping lanes. Blue Economy Research: A Seychelles delegation visited India’s CMFRI to discuss fisheries research, sustainable management and mariculture, building on an MoU for cooperation in agriculture and fisheries. Travel & Tourism Buzz: Seabourn opened bookings for a 138-day 2029 world cruise that includes Praslin in the Seychelles among its island stops.
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