AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSeychelles Tourism: The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) held its annual Marketing Meeting at Eden Bleu, reviewing 2026 performance and setting a 2027 shift toward implementation, with visitor arrivals gaining momentum in July and August after Middle East disruptions; Russia led the rebound, while China, South Africa, Nigeria and Turkey showed positive growth. Seychelles–Saudi Ties: Seychelles Vice President Sebastien Pillay met Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan in Riyadh to discuss boosting bilateral cooperation, including economic and tourism partnerships. Digital Trade for Africa: AfCFTA and Ghana’s Quest Ghana signed a US$5.17bn digital trade corridor deal to cut cross-border transaction costs, build a digital marketplace and interoperable payments, with Seychelles set to host the venture’s headquarters in Victoria. Seychelles Residence Rules: Seychelles lists three conditions foreigners must meet before getting a residence permit, signalling tighter entry and compliance expectations. Tourism Policy Watch: Thailand will cut visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days from September 15, while Seychelles and Mauritius get a separate 15-day exemption—important for regional travel planning. Cruise Tourism: Seabourn opened bookings for its 138-day 2029 world cruise, with Praslin in Seychelles among the itinerary highlights.
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