AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSeychelles–India 50th anniversary: Seychelles marked 50 years of independence with major receptions in New Delhi, highlighting five decades of diplomacy and people-to-people ties, with India stressing trust, shared values and ocean-focused cooperation. Seychelles economy under pressure: Foreign Affairs Minister Barry Faure warned the Middle East conflict is hitting tourism arrivals and raising shipping and fuel costs, urging faster regional shipping links and use of the Multi-dimensional Vulnerability Index. Seychelles housing deal: NBCC (India) formalised a $75m affordable housing contract with the Government of Seychelles for 1,008 units at Île Aurore. Fintech push: Fusepay launched Fuse360, an AI-native operating and financial system for trade businesses, with FusePay payments integrated for inventory, invoicing, credit and collections. Trade & air cargo connectivity: Qatar Airways Cargo added freighter services and increased belly-hold capacity, including expanded Seychelles routes, while EU renewed its tuna fisheries agreement with Seychelles. Business leadership: TenTrade appointed Wilfred Obasi as Regional Director for Africa to drive growth in FX/CFD and prop trading. Crypto market moves: Bitget reported strong BTC/ETH derivatives liquidity depth in H1 2026, and Zoomex announced sponsorship for Coinfest Asia 2026 in Bali. Environment: Research highlighted underwater noise risks to marine life across the Western Indian Ocean, including Seychelles.
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