AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Fight: A U.S. plan to auction seabed mining rights near American Samoa is drawing mounting backlash, with Pacific leaders saying there were “no consultations” and warning of threats to food security, marine life, and Indigenous identity. Local Environment & Governance: A DOH official told the House Health Committee that some restaurants and businesses are being pushed to reopen after health-safety shutdowns—often by senators, faipule, or directors—undermining enforcement. Marine Skills for Fisheries: The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council opened 2027–2028 scholarships for up to three biology or marine-science students with strong ties to American Samoa, Guam, and CNMI, aiming to build local capacity for managing coral, sea turtles, and endangered species. Military Waste Review: Eighteen territory-wide groups filed a Supreme Court brief urging the U.S. Air Force to follow strict environmental review and public participation rules before open burning and detonation of hazardous waste on Guam. Ports Resilience: The Commonwealth Ports Authority says typhoon recovery should shift into rebuilding facilities “better and more resilient” for day-to-day airport and seaport operations.
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