AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTourism Boost: Seychelles expects more Russian visitors after Aeroflot resumes regular flights from 8 July, twice weekly from Moscow to Mahé, with officials saying bookings are already strong. Cruise Economy: Seychelles closed its 2025–26 cruise season with 41 ship calls, including eight maiden visits, and industry leaders stressing the shift toward attracting the “right” cruises, not just more of them. Local Finance: The Central Bank of Seychelles presented its Financial Stability Report 2025 to the National Assembly, outlining key financial and non-financial risks and regulatory measures, including plans for electronic submission. Environment & Science: A new Seychelles study from Cousin Island Special Reserve uses reef soundscapes to track restoration progress, showing how underwater ecosystems change beyond what visuals alone can reveal. Aviation Support: Chapman Freeborn helped ferry a Seychelles Air Force Dornier 228 to India for maintenance, highlighting the milestone of Sylvie Tamboo as the first Seychellois woman to fly the aircraft. Regional Links: Seychelles also featured in wider Indo-Pacific diplomacy coverage tied to PM Modi’s overseas tour, with the western Indian Ocean spotlighting Seychelles’ strategic role.
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