AGP Executive Report
Last update: 40 minutes agoJudiciary & Rule of Law: Seychelles marks the retirement of Justice Anthony Francis Tissa Fernando, with President Patrick Herminie praising his decades-long record of integrity and warning against any interference with judicial independence. Diplomacy & Mobility: Venezuela’s new ambassador, Carlos Feo Acevedo, presented credentials to President Herminie and both sides agreed to move ahead with a visa waiver for official passports, alongside cooperation in education, medicine, culture and sports. Foreign Relations & Security: Russia’s new ambassador also presented credentials, with Seychelles and Moscow discussing expanded ties including maritime security, trade and tourism, and Seychelles’ flag reportedly sent to space for the 50th anniversary celebrations. Regional Governance: Rwanda tops the Mo Ibrahim anti-corruption rankings for East Africa, while Seychelles is highlighted for major progress in the same index. CAF Football & Local Representation: CAF Champions League qualifying draws set up a possible Seychelles clash for Foresters, as Mamelodi Sundowns await their Angola opponents. Finance & Regulation: Seychelles’ FSA grants Elev8 a Securities Dealer Licence, reinforcing the island’s push to deepen regulated financial services. Tourism Leadership: David Germain returns to the Seychelles Tourism Board to strengthen marketing across the Americas and Canada.
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