AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSeychelles-Linked Diplomacy: Seychelles and Bangladesh are moving to formalise cooperation after talks in Victoria, with focus on maritime security, climate resilience, fisheries, tourism and diaspora welfare. Indian Ocean Security & Tech: Exercise PRAGATI 2026 in Meghalaya put K9 warriors and robotic dogs on display, with 12 nations taking part and demonstrations covering IED detection, tracking and assault intervention. Blue Economy Research: Zanzibar hosts a blue economy research workshop aimed at turning marine and coastal research into inclusive, sustainable policy, with Seychelles listed among countries sharing lessons. Health Watch: A new report flags thyroid disease as a major, neglected public health crisis across Africa, noting Seychelles as one of the few countries with newborn screening coverage. Travel Tech & Border Flow: Ghana launched its e-visa portal and is upgrading airport screening—new 3D scanners in August should end the belt-and-shoe removal hassle. Crypto & Community Campaigns: Seychelles-based ZOOMEX and other exchanges mark Bitcoin Pizza Day with “Pizza Week” campaigns pushing everyday use and community value. Tuna Management: The Indian Ocean Tuna Commission eased yellowfin tuna curbs after improved stock assessments, while tightening rules for swordfish and reducing bycatch risks for manta and devil rays.
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