AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCNMI Ocean Tech: An open-ocean aquaculture effort in CNMI is advancing with new current-mapping work using an Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler to help site ocean net pens for safer, more productive farming. Seabed Mining Pushback: CNMI Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds is backing the Pacific Minerals Economic Security Act, calling for a 50-50 revenue split for seabed mining leases and stronger bonds and local consultation rules. Pacific Defense Posture: A US think tank argues for shifting more forces toward the “second island chain,” spotlighting Guam and CNMI’s Tinian as potential smaller base sites for drones and mobile anti-ship missile units. Tourism & Travel Policy: King-Hinds also introduced the Marianas Tourism Advancement Act to expand the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program, adding the Philippines and widening eligibility to several other countries. Weather Watch: NWS advises Guam and CNMI residents to monitor Invest 90W as it slowly develops near FSM, with possible impacts as it tracks east of the islands. Regional Weather Readiness: Pacific Meteorological Council meetings highlight progress on “Early Warnings for All,” including radar, observation upgrades, and faster forecasting support across member countries. Local School Health: Follow-up inspections found ongoing sanitation and safety violations at Tiyan High School (and shared campus Simon Sanchez High School), keeping the sanitary permit suspended until fixes are made.
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