Tourism & Diplomacy: Seychelles Ambassador-at-Large Dr. Alain St.Ange told delegates at Oxford that tourism is more than arrivals and money—it’s daily human connection that can challenge prejudice and build peace. Arts & Heritage: “Under One Sun” opened in Victoria with Russian and Seychellois artists creating plein-air works together, with Seychelles tourism officials calling them cultural ambassadors. Education & Human Capital: Seychelles hosted “50 Years of Friendship” with Russia, focusing on education and vocational training to strengthen human capital, including talks by the Education Minister and the Russian ambassador. Local Learning: Grand Anse Praslin teachers visited Mahé to bring real-world landmarks and cross-curricular ideas back into classrooms. Travel Rules Watch: Thailand’s visa-free stay drops from 60 to 30 days from Sept 15, with a possible one-time extension—important for travellers planning longer trips. Seychelles in Global Travel: Expedia’s 2026 island-travel surge highlights Praslin among the fastest-rising destinations. Aviation Links: IndiGo announced daily Mumbai–Dar es Salaam flights from Nov 20, and Qatar Airways says it will expand its winter network to 170+ destinations including Seychelles. Culture on Screen: The 3rd China Film Festival launched in Seychelles to deepen film and TV cooperation and cultural exchange. Community & Sports: Seychelles Basketball Federation Cup draw sets up fresh match-ups, with women’s competition decided via round-robin. Health & Skills: A Seychelles-linked international nursing leadership programme is underway in India, bringing senior professionals from 27 countries.