AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSeychelles–China Trade: China will remove tariffs on all imports from Seychelles, with zero tariffs on 100% of Seychelles-covered tariff lines under an early-harvest economic partnership, while Seychelles is set to further open its market to China. Aviation & Tourism: Qatar Airways says its 2026-27 winter network will reach 170+ destinations, including expanded connectivity to Seychelles and more Africa flights via Doha. Local Tourism Diplomacy: Dr Alain St.Ange pushes a broader way to measure tourism—beyond arrivals—framing it as people-to-people diplomacy. Finance & Business Links: Seychelles Finance Minister Pierre Laporte highlights China’s services-trade growth at CIFTIS, pointing to opportunities for smaller economies like Seychelles in AI, fintech and digital innovation. Travel Access for Seychellois: Canada’s eTA route is flagged for Seychellois citizens as an alternative to a traditional visitor visa when meeting eligibility conditions. Wellness Hospitality: Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island rolls out biometric wellness medical screenings and personalised multi-day programmes. Crypto Regulation Watch: Offshore crypto casinos are shifting jurisdictions as Curaçao tightens rules, raising questions for users about deposits and withdrawals.
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