AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push in the Marianas: Environmental and community groups are urging CNMI Gov. David Apatang to formally oppose the federal PACM-2 deep sea mining lease sale, asking him to recommend halting the process, declining a final leasing notice, and canceling the Dec. 16 auction—while also calling for Saipan, Tinian, and Rota public outreach and more time for meaningful input. CNMI Politics: In the CNMI delegate forum, incumbent Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds defended her first-term record, while challenger Galvin Sablan Deleon Guerrero called for a “political reset,” debating issues like the economy, workforce, healthcare, air service, and veterans’ affairs. US Peace Corps Returns to Micronesia: The Peace Corps signed a letter of intent to restart its North Pacific program with the FSM, RMI, and Palau, with US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau announcing the agency’s return after long gaps. Micronesian Connectivity: Nauru Airlines is restoring a rare four-country itinerary linking Nauru, Tarawa, Majuro, and Pohnpei starting October 2026. Pacific Diplomacy: Naoero (Nauru) opened its Jerusalem embassy, becoming the third Pacific Islands Forum member to do so, as Israel pledged medical and water equipment. Weather Watch: Pacific leaders and meteorological officials are emphasizing stronger early-warning systems as El Niño strengthens toward a “very strong” phase.
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