Tourism & Aviation: Seychelles is ramping up its Middle East push at Arabian Travel Market 2026 in Dubai, with Tourism Minister Amanda Bernstein leading meetings with airlines and trade partners to deepen GCC links and drive higher-value arrivals. Air Connectivity: Emirates renewed its strategic tourism partnership with the Seychelles Tourism Board and Ministry of Tourism and Culture as visitor numbers near 400,000, building on twice-daily Dubai–Mahé service and joint marketing plus familiarisation trips. GCC Strategy: The Seychelles Tourism Board says around six in 10 international visitors reach the islands via Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi, and is placing the GCC at the centre of its sustainable tourism growth plan. Regional Travel Deals: Emirates also signed/renewed seven tourism agreements at ATM 2026 covering Seychelles, Mauritius, Madagascar, Sharjah, Malaysia, Finland and Western Norway, alongside renewals with Huawei and Dubai Duty Free. Trade & Economy: China and Seychelles agreed on zero tariffs for 100% of Seychelles’ tariff lines, with Seychelles opening its market further to China under a new economic partnership. Business Services: Seychelles Inc. topped a pricing comparison of company formation agents, standing out for matching its first-year and renewal fees at US$850.