Sustainable Transport Diplomacy: China is pushing deeper international cooperation on sustainable transport, proposing a regular multilateral consultation mechanism, a green shipping corridor alliance and a zero-carbon fuel bunkering network at the Global Sustainable Transport Forum in Beijing. Conservation Spotlight: Seychelles is leading Eastern and Southern Africa’s conservation coverage, with the latest regional outlook ranking Seychelles first for land protected and conserved areas (68.12%), ahead of Zambia, Tanzania and Namibia. Seychelles-India Links: Seychelles Chief of Staff Col. Michael Hollanda is set to attend an international strategic engagement programme in New Delhi, as India continues defence and maritime support including repaired Dornier equipment. Blue Economy & Fisheries Value: Seychelles is exploring higher-value use of fish waste and seaweed in cooperation talks tied to sustainable fisheries and the wider blue economy. Sports & Community: Seychelles Aquatics Series No. 1 kicked off the season, while the Clean Shores Run in Roche Caiman drew 34 participants for coastal cleanup awareness. Tourism Connectivity: Condor’s Frankfurt–Seychelles route is set to run year-round, ending a seasonal gap and boosting nonstop access. Football: Seychelles U-20 action continues in the COSAFA qualifier, with Seychelles securing a first win over Mauritius.