AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHousing Deal for Seychelles: NBCC (India) Limited signed a landmark agreement with the Seychelles government to build the Île Aurore Housing Project—1,008 affordable homes plus key infrastructure—funded by a $75m line of credit from India’s EXIM Bank, with a dedicated sewage treatment plant included. Seychelles in Global Mobility Rankings: New passport rankings keep Seychelles at the top in Africa for 2026, with visa-free/visa-on-arrival access to 155 destinations globally, and also leading intra-African travel with visa-free access to 35+ African countries. US Visa Bond Policy Hits Travellers: The US has made its refundable visa bond programme permanent for certain B1/B2 applicants from 50 countries, including Seychelles, with deposits up to $20,000 at consular discretion—refunded if conditions are met. Crypto Exchange Update (Seychelles-linked): Bitget, a Seychelles-registered exchange, announced it is exiting Japan—ending new registrations from Aug 3, moving to close-only mode from Nov 1, and forcing liquidation of remaining positions after Dec 31, 2026. Regional Tourism Push: AITEC World unveiled plans for major Africa-focused tourism events, including a global launch at WTM London in November 2026 and an Africa Tourism Dialogue in Addis Ababa in mid-November.
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