AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCommonwealth Games Send-Off: Seychelles’ Team Seychelles was officially dispatched from State House for Glasgow 2026, with President Dr Patrick Herminie presenting the national flag to athlete Natasha Chetty ahead of the opening ceremony. SBC Media Governance: Seychelles’ SBC bill has become law, with a revised board appointment process that expands who can appoint members—raising fresh questions about safeguards for public broadcaster independence and political balance. UK Crypto Fraud Sentences: In London, three men who impersonated police to steal over £4m in cryptocurrency were jailed, with spending tied to luxury holidays and designer shopping; the Met says the case is part of tougher enforcement as digital-asset rules tighten. Visa Policy Ripple Effects: Multiple countries updated visa rules affecting Seychelles travellers and regional mobility—Poland lists only Seychelles (plus Mauritius and São Tomé & Príncipe) as visa-free in Africa, while Thailand tightens visa exemptions and Chad announces visa-free entry for all Africans from Jan 2027. Regional Security Training: The Indian Navy will host Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 in Kochi, with Seychelles among participating nations for maritime security training under CMF structures.
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