AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoIndian Ocean Security: A new wave of tensions is reshaping shipping lanes around the Bab al-Mandeb and the Horn of Africa, with multiple players beyond the US and China expanding their footprint. Seychelles Tourism Leadership: Seychelles hosted the 69th UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa (CAF) in Mahé, focusing on strengthening human capital to boost tourism growth. India–Seychelles Maritime & Digital Deals: PM Modi’s June 27–29 visit delivered a “Made in India” patrol vessel plus ambulances and boats for Seychelles’ maritime surveillance, alongside plans for UPI rollout and broader cooperation. Agriculture Cooperation: ICAR and Seychelles’ agriculture ministry signed an MoU and a 2026–2031 work plan covering climate-smart farming, horticulture, post-harvest, livestock and food security. Tourism Pressure at Home: Seychelles’ visitor numbers fell in May, with stopover arrivals down and cruise tourism dropping sharply, raising concerns about demand vulnerability. Blue Economy & Heritage Watch: UNESCO said Seychelles has paused the Assomption Island luxury hotel project and is reviewing it to meet environmental standards near Aldabra. Local Governance & Integrity: Seychelles said the citation for Modi’s “Guardian of the Blue Horizon” award was not approved and circulated despite typos, after a public row.
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