AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoTourism Spotlight: PATA wrapped its Asia-Pacific summit in South Korea by honoring five tourism leaders, including Marianas Visitors Authority deputy managing director Judy Torres, with Life Memberships and Awards of Merit—another reminder that the Marianas brand is still front-and-center on the regional stage. Public Health: Guam’s DPHSS confirmed 13 pertussis cases for 2026, urging vaccination updates as contact tracing continues. Disaster Recovery, Money + Services: The Red Cross is pushing financial aid to Sinlaku-affected households via digital cards, while federal recovery teams keep showing up in villages for inspections and assessments. Local Governance + Infrastructure: Utilities work continues toward restoring water and power across Saipan, Tinian, and beyond, even as residents report lingering gaps. Accountability: In the CNMI, a mother and daughter were sentenced in a Public School System procurement fraud tied to “ghost” purchases.
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