AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSeychelles Politics at the Ballot: Seychelles heads toward voting amid a heated fight over a controversial hotel project near a protected marine reserve, with conservationists warning of ecosystem damage and opponents framing it as a referendum on the country’s sustainability values. Central Banking Oversight: The Governor of the Central Bank of Seychelles, Caroline Abel, presented the Financial Stability Report 2025 to the National Assembly, outlining key financial risks and regulatory measures, including steps toward electronic submission. Tourism Diplomacy: Seychelles expects more Russian visitors after Aeroflot resumes regular flights from 8 July, with officials crediting Russian cooperation and saying incoming flights are likely to be fully booked. International Relations Spotlight: India’s government hit back at Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif after he questioned PM Modi’s Seychelles honour, while Seychelles’ award—“Guardian of the Blue Horizon”—is tied to environmental conservation and climate action. Culture & Heritage: Seychelles’ independence chess tournament in Victoria marked the 50th anniversary, with young Russian player Alexander Sitkin taking second in the Under-14 category.
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