AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoTourism Partnerships: Emirates kicked off Arabian Travel Market 2026 with seven new or renewed tourism MoUs, including a renewed Seychelles Tourism Board and Ministry of Tourism and Culture deal first set up in 2013, aiming to boost inbound travel via joint marketing and familiarisation trips; Emirates says Seychelles visitor arrivals rose 13% to nearly 400,000 in 2025 and it operates two daily flights to Mahé. AI & Conservation: The Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority expanded an AI-assisted camera network across Sainte Anne Marine National Park to better monitor nesting sea turtles and flag incidents in real time. Trade Diplomacy: China and Seychelles signed an “early harvest” arrangement on zero tariffs, with China offering zero-tariff treatment for 100% of Seychelles tariff lines while Seychelles further opens its market to China. Regional Connectivity: Qatar Airways announced winter network expansion to 170+ destinations, including plans to increase Seychelles flights from four to seven weekly from 1 March 2027. Youth & Culture: Seychellois young people took part in an International Children’s Cultural Forum in Moscow, showcasing Creole traditions and games and strengthening cultural ties with Russian partners.
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