Blue Economy & Fisheries: Seychelles and India held high-level talks on marine aquaculture, tuna fisheries, hatcheries, fish stock assessment, post-harvest tech, conservation, and even digital tools and AI for harvest management—aimed at squeezing more value from the islands’ ocean resources. Women in STEM & Leadership: Seychelles First Lady Veronique Herminie urged girls to break career barriers, linking her message to Mission ShakthiSAT, a global programme training girls from 108 countries in satellite building and space science. Eco-Tourism & Community Value: Ambassador Alain St.Ange pushed the tourism world to measure success by what visitors deliver to communities—not just arrivals—echoing Seychelles’ push for culture, local ownership, and real economic impact. Coral Conservation Under Pressure: New reporting warns coral trafficking is booming, with thousands of shipments mislabeled to slip past customs, while experts point to farm-raised alternatives and better tracking. Seychelles Travel for Families: Seychelles is increasingly courting GCC family and multi-generational travellers, with resorts highlighting visa-free access, connectivity, and family-friendly stays. Global Tech for Students: Google expanded its free AI offer to 27 African countries including Seychelles, giving students access to Gemini tools and extra cloud storage. Ocean Climate Alarm: Monitoring shows marine heatwaves across the Indian Ocean, with El Niño expected to intensify—raising risks for reefs, fisheries, and coastal safety.