AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUS-Pacific Diplomacy: Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau wrapped meetings in the Federated States of Micronesia, Solomon Islands and Kiribati, reaffirming Compact-era disaster support after Typhoon Sinlaku and pushing an “America First” security and economic agenda. Deep-Sea Mining Pushback (CNMI): Environmental and community groups urged CNMI Gov. David Apatang to recommend the U.S. halt the Marianas Outer Continental Shelf lease process (PACM-2) ahead of a Dec. 16 sale, warning the ocean is not a “sacrifice zone.” Peace Corps Returns: Landau also backed Peace Corps’ return to Palau and FSM and its restart in the region, with a North Pacific program planned. Regional Ocean Protection: Pacific leaders and partners discussed implementing the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ) to strengthen protections beyond national waters, blending science and Indigenous stewardship. Climate & Warnings: Pacific meteorological leaders opened PMC-8 in Tonga, calling for stronger early-warning systems as El Niño ramps up. Local Community & Culture: Guam’s Tower for Humanity 9/11 replica is on display at Micronesia Mall, while the Guam Visitors Bureau opened registration for the 2026 Guam International Dance Festival.
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