AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 minutes agoDeep-Sea Minerals: American Samoa’s governor has set up a Deep-Sea Minerals Steering Committee to oversee possible deep-sea mining and even transshipment of critical minerals, with the stated goal of protecting the environment and cultural/community well-being. Cybersecurity Warning: A sharp OUR VIEW argues Guam can’t keep getting hacked—citing past breaches across hospitals, the judiciary, telecom, and government websites, and warning systems aren’t ready for the next wave. Sinlaku Recovery—Water & Power: Saipan is still stuck at about 80% water service as CUC battles leaks, while Tinian power line restoration is being pushed to finish in about a month. Sinlaku Recovery—Aid & Oversight: FEMA’s individual assistance center in Saipan drew hundreds in hours, but CNMI officials say $257.4M in questioned federal spending isn’t slowing help. Ports & Utilities: Coast Guard and CPA will decide what happens to two abandoned yachts blocking port access after Sinlaku. Governance & Accountability: A separate OUR VIEW flags federal scrutiny of CNMI disaster spending, underscoring how recovery is colliding with trust and controls.
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