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Granite boulders front turquoise ocean waves, under a blue, sunlit sky.
Converting debt to save oceans Seychelles is protecting its vast marine resources © Jason Houston

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World’s First Nature Bonds Project Reaches Final Step in Seychelles

The small island nation, located east of mainland Africa, has secured a future of marine conservation, climate adaptation and a healthy blue economy.

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Seychelles Conservation Commitment Comes To Life

Seychelles has protected 30% of their ocean after a pioneering debt restructuring deal.

Bouy marking a marine boundary.

Seychelles Marine Spatial Plan

Seychelles has committed to up to 30% marine protection of its waters and to develop a comprehensive marine spatial plan.

snorkelers in crystal blue waters

Strengthening the Western Indian Ocean's Blue Economy

A new project is bringing governments and partners together to advance natural resource protection and strengthen local communities along the Western Indian Ocean.

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Seychelles Tortoise About 300 of free roaming Aldabra giant tortoises live in Curieuse Marine National Park, Curieuse Island, Seychelles. They make up the second largest population in the world. © Jason Houston

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