Seychelles–Uganda Parliamentary Links: A five-day benchmarking visit by a Uganda Parliament delegation to the National Assembly focused on how Seychelles runs its legislature, with meetings involving the deputy Speaker, opposition and government business leaders, and the deputy Clerk. Parks & Gardens Leadership: The Office of the President re-appointed Ms Lya Docteur as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority. Assomption Island Inquiry Wrap-Up: President Dr. Patrick Herminie received the final report of the Commission of Inquiry into the sublease and development of Assomption Island, with Vice President Sebastian Pillay set to oversee duties during the President’s UAE trip. International Nuclear Security: Seychelles joined a broad joint statement condemning the May 17 drone attack on the Barakah Nuclear Plant, calling it a violation of international law. Maritime Cooperation & Defence: India’s INS Tarkash visited Port Victoria as part of wider India–Seychelles maritime cooperation, with planned meetings with Seychelles officials and defence forces. Ocean & Environment: New coral research presented at the Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa highlights potentially climate-resilient reef areas worldwide, offering hope for targeted conservation. Trade & Services: An EU upgrade to trade terms with ESA states (including Seychelles) moves beyond goods to cover services and financial access for EU firms. Legal/Finance Watch: Seychelles court rulings keep KuCoin under pressure after a Swiss investor claims a $2M+ award remains unpaid over delisted CHP tokens. Maritime Sanctions Spotlight: Reports on the UK detention of the Russian-linked shadow fleet tanker Smyrtos note Seychelles-linked ownership structures, keeping sanctions compliance in focus.