Climate Action Debate: UN speeches at High-level Week in New York showed a clear split on how fast to cut fossil fuels, with Pacific states pushing for rapid change while others stress affordability and security. Governance & Rights: A new analysis argues military coups don’t fix economic or political problems, instead worsening conflict, harming entrepreneurship, and increasing abuse of women, children, and minorities. Maritime Safety: MSARC backed a regional search-and-rescue training in Mahajanga, bringing together maritime professionals from eight countries including Seychelles for sea-based drills and coordination practice. Diplomacy & Inclusion: Eswatini’s new ambassador renewed calls for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organisations, citing exclusion as a barrier to tackling global challenges. Wellness Trends in the Indian Ocean: National Geographic Traveller highlights a shift from “spa days” to landscape-led rituals—full-moon sessions, ocean-tide practices, and island healing traditions—across Maldives, Seychelles, Mauritius and Sri Lanka. Sports (Kenya–Seychelles link): Kenya’s Harambee Starlets interim coach Godfrey Oduor named a 43-player provisional squad for the 2028 Olympic qualifiers against Seychelles, mixing returning experience with maiden call-ups. US Visa Bonds: The US expanded a $10,000–$20,000 refundable visa-bond requirement to citizens of 50 countries; Kenya is not listed, but several African and South Asian nations are. Ocean Conservation: A call for connectedocean cooperation stresses that protecting migratory sea turtles and marine ecosystems needs shared financing and cross-border action. Seychelles Media Milestone: African Initiative marked its third anniversary with an island-focused exhibition featuring politics, culture, sport, education, humanitarian aid, and nature.