AGP Executive Report
Last update: 17 minutes agoEU–Seychelles Fisheries: The EU and Seychelles renewed their sustainable tuna fisheries partnership in Brussels, signing a new four-year protocol granting EU vessels access to Seychelles waters for up to 55,000 tonnes annually, with licences for up to 30 purse seiners and 8 longliners. Tourism & Connectivity: Seychelles is set to boost air links as Ethiopian Airlines launches double-daily flights from Addis Ababa to Mahé from December 1, 2026, adding more than 1,000 weekly seats via Star Alliance connections. Trade & Food Imports: ISPC Seychelles CEO Alfred Fourcroy says trade with Russia needs stronger government support, pointing to complex consignment-by-consignment licensing and supplier approval hurdles. Environment: A coral restoration push across Mauritius and Seychelles, backed by the Adaptation Fund and UNDP, is rebuilding damaged reefs with coastal communities at the centre. Local Business/Regulation: VCG Markets says it has secured a Seychelles licence from the Seychelles Finance Services Authority as it expands in emerging markets. Maritime Sector: Transport minister Ricardo de Abreu defended Angola’s push to consolidate maritime and port investments and update the national maritime strategy. Crypto Watch: BitMEX confirmed it will shut down on September 23, 2026, while a US lawsuit seeks the return of 622 BTC from the exchange.
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