CNMI-U.S. Security Talks: Leaders from U.S. Pacific Command/JTF-Micronesia met CNMI stakeholders in Susupe to review military activity, typhoon recovery (Sinlaku and Bavi), construction progress, upcoming exercises, and local business and biosecurity priorities. Weather Watch for Guam/CNMI: The U.S. National Weather Service urged residents to monitor Invest 90W as it slowly develops near FSM, with hazardous winds and seas expected near Chuuk and Yap before conditions ease. U.S. Pacific Push: Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau announced new U.S. economic, infrastructure, security, and disaster-recovery initiatives across the Pacific, including more than $100 million for FSM typhoon relief under Compact commitments and Peace Corps returning to Solomon Islands. Maritime Boundaries: PNG Parliament ratified the PNG–FSM maritime boundary treaty, locking in jurisdiction over marine resources and setting cooperation terms. CNMI in the Pacific Islands Forum: CNMI officials say they want to keep observer status in the Pacific Islands Forum and could seek associate membership to boost their regional voice. Deep Sea Mining Pressure: Environmental groups urged CNMI Gov. David Apatang to recommend stopping the federal deep sea mining lease sale (PACM-2) and to expand public outreach. Local Crime Update (Guam/Region): Honolulu police opened an attempted murder investigation after a man was found badly injured in a Waikiki hotel stabbing; police are seeking a suspect described as a heavyset Micronesian man.