AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoSeychelles Tourism Strategy: The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) held its annual Marketing Meeting at Eden Bleu, reviewing 2026 performance and pushing a 2027 shift from planning to implementation, with visitor momentum in July and August and Russia leading the rebound while China, South Africa, Nigeria and Turkey show growth. Seychelles-Saudi Ties: Seychelles Vice President Sebastien Pillay met Saudi Foreign Affairs Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh to discuss boosting bilateral cooperation, including economic and tourism links. Seychelles Football: The Seychelles Football Federation pre-season Premier League Tournament continued with Day Three results, including Real Maldive drawing 1-1 with Bel Air to stay top of the Mahé group. Regional Travel Rules (Thailand): Thailand will cut visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days from September 15, cap land border entries at two per year, and keep a separate 15-day exemption for Seychelles and Mauritius—major for frequent travellers. Digital Trade for Africa: AfCFTA and Quest Ghana signed a US$5.17bn digital trade corridor deal, with Seychelles set to host the venture’s headquarters in Victoria. Global Aviation Safety Watch: Ukraine urged airlines to avoid Russian airspace after drone-linked disruptions, while Russia rejected the claim; FlightConnections lists nonstop routes including Seychelles and Tanzania.
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