AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBusiness Closures: Casa Marianas will suspend operations Dec. 10, citing falling airline arrivals and rising operating and utility costs. The coworking space and digital-nomad hotel says bookings and business services remain available until then. Tourism: Saipan passenger traffic from South Korea plunged 68.5% in October year over year to 4,800, while Guam’s fell 43.6%. MVA, meanwhile, is taking over Navy Hill’s historic Japanese lighthouse for its headquarters and a visitor center, saying the move will reduce leasing and relocation costs. Infrastructure: COTA reported nearly 60,000 rides in FY 2026 and secured more than $20 million in grants for transit upgrades across Saipan, Rota and Tinian. Military Activity: The Air Force is assessing more than 6,000 annual operations at four CNMI airfields, including Tinian’s WWII-era North Field; its review will consider potential economic, social and environmental effects. Business Community: The Saipan Chamber will elect five board members Nov. 17, with workforce development and investment opportunities on the meeting agenda.
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