President of the Republic of Seychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan, joined several other world leaders at the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2024 in Dubai last week where he delivered his main address, focusing on Seychelles’ initiatives and approaches to ensure sustainable tourism and balancing preservation.
In his address to world leaders at the event, he underlined the pivotal role that Seychelles was playing in conservation, implementing various initiatives to promote sustainable tourism and safeguarding the nation’s ecological balance and economic well-being.
He touched on the Blue Economy, Seychelles Sustainable Tourism Label (SSTL), renewable energy sources and community involvement, among other important initiatives.
“Central to Seychelles’ approach is its commitment to the Blue Economy, which includes designating a significant portion of the country’s marine territory as protected areas, including marine parks and reserves. These efforts are crucial in preserving…