AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoHumanitarian Coordination: The African Union launched a new humanitarian coordination platform in Mahé, Seychelles, aiming to tighten crisis response across displacement, hunger, conflict and climate-linked disasters, alongside a 2026–2027 implementation plan to move commitments into action. Tourism Leadership: Seychelles appointed Vesna Rakić as CEO of the Seychelles Tourism Board, tasking her with strengthening global positioning and boosting sustainable tourism competitiveness. Biodiversity & Water Security: Seychelles marked International Biodiversity Week with an MoU to restore wetlands and protect the Baie Lazare watershed, reinforcing long-term support under the Ridge to Reef project. Indian Ocean Security: Canberra is urged to watch the Colombo Security Conclave as it moves toward institutionalisation with a permanent secretariat in Colombo, including Seychelles among the littoral states. Blue Economy: Zanzibar opened a blue economy research workshop focused on inclusive, sustainable marine and coastal development, with Seychelles highlighted as a reference case. Tuna Management: The Indian Ocean Tuna Commission eased yellowfin tuna curbs after improved stock assessments, while also updating swordfish rules and bycatch handling guidelines.
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