AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTrade: Seychelles marked the first shipment of dried sea cucumber to China under zero-tariff terms, opening a new route for exporters. Financial Compliance: A Russian-backed sanctions-evasion network reportedly operates through front companies in Seychelles; investigators traced more than US$6.9 billion in payments, underscoring the need for careful checks by banks and payment firms. Digital Finance: Seychelles-headquartered Bitget will end services for some users in a one-off move, saying affected clients can withdraw their funds as the exchange faces tighter regulatory pressure. Blue Economy: Nairobi Convention members adopted 15 decisions to advance ocean protection and sustainable development across the Western Indian Ocean, with Seychelles among the 10 parties. Island Conservation: A programme on Alphonse is removing rats, mice, feral cats and chickens that threaten native wildlife and ecosystems. Food Systems: Seychelles was among countries reporting food waste above 210kg per person annually, highlighting a challenge for household budgets and food security.
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