Latest news in Seychelles? September 6th, 2026

Key news developments and official updates in Seychelles around September 6, 2026:

• Diplomatic & Economic Talks with Saudi Arabia: Vice-President Sebastien Pillay concluded an official visit to Riyadh, meeting with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan to expand bilateral cooperation in trade, tourism, and national development financing through the Saudi Fund for Development. Seychelles News Agency
• Fisheries & Blue Economy Partnerships: Seychelles advanced bilateral initiatives with India to adopt advanced technologies for converting fish-processing waste (especially from tuna) into high-value animal feed, organic fertilizer, and bio-products, supporting circular economy targets. Seychelles News Agency
• National Biodiversity Strategy: The Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment validated its updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan to align local conservation frameworks with global environmental targets.
• Credit Rating & Economic Outlook: Fitch Ratings affirmed Seychelles’ Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating at ‘BB’, citing stable fiscal consolidation and tourism recovery.
• Legislative & Cabinet Approvals: The Cabinet approved several Value Added Tax (VAT) amendments and ratified regional agreements, including preparations to host the upcoming International Council of Museums (ICOM) youth forum. www.nation.sc
• Weather & Environmental Alerts: The Seychelles Meteorological Authority (SMA) issued advisories for rough seas and localized stormy conditions affecting coastal operations and marine transport across the inner islands. www.nation.sc