Seychelles accelerates blue economy to drive sustainable development

Fishermen clean fish at a fish market on Mahe Island, Seychelles, June 27, 2026. Seychelles, an archipelagic country consisting of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, relies on tourism and fisheries as its main economic pillars. In 2025, total visitor arrivals here hit a record high of nearly 400,000, with tourism remaining a key driver of economic growth. The country is rich in fisheries resources, and fish and seafood products are important export commodities.

In recent years, Seychelles has continued to promote the sustainable development of marine resources, accelerate the growth of the blue economy, and turn its marine advantages into development momentum. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)