AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Fight: Conservation groups and CNMI partners sued the U.S. over deep-sea mining lease plans for more than 67 million acres around the Marianas, challenging a federal finding that the sale won’t harm endangered species and critical habitat, with a Dec. 16 lease sale in the spotlight. Local Policy Push: CNMI Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds introduced the Pacific Minerals Economic Security Act (PACMESA) to demand 50% revenue sharing for adjacent territories and stronger environmental bonding plus consultation requirements. Guam Weather Alert: NWS Tiyan issued a flash flood warning for central Guam and a flood advisory islandwide after heavy rain and thunderstorms, urging residents to avoid flooded roads and monitor official updates. El Niño Risk: Guam’s NWS says the strengthening “very strong” El Niño forecast could mean a higher-than-usual super typhoon count for the rest of the season, with 11 super typhoons noted from the last comparable event. Aquaculture & Food Security: UOG Land Grant hosted “Tilapia to Table,” teaching saltwater tilapia raising and fish curing to support climate-resilient local food production. Tourism Pressure: GVB continues overseas promotion as arrivals remain down 22.9% year-over-year, with South Korea and Japan still driving most of the market mix. Health Infrastructure: GMHA moved maternal and child health renovations toward construction after long planning, clearing Phase 1 funding to modernize labor, maternity, and neonatal services.
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