AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push: The U.S. Marine Minerals Administration has advanced a proposed leasing notice for deep-sea mining in federal waters off American Samoa, setting up what could become the world’s first such lease sale, with an auction tentatively slated for Nov. 19, 2026, and a 60-day comment window for Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula. Local Opposition Grows: American Samoans and Pacific leaders are condemning the plan as “reckless” and warning it could harm marine life, tuna interests, and cultural ties to the moana—while noting the territory already has a moratorium and says the process is being rushed. Community Voice at Sea: In Utulei, youth, elders, educators, fishermen, and conservation advocates held “Stand with the Moana,” a peaceful, values-based demonstration calling on federal officials to listen to Samoan voices. Regional Pressure: Marianas leaders and groups across the Pacific echoed the call, arguing the ocean is not for sale and that island communities are being sidelined. Offshore Energy Debate: Separately, the Trump administration is also evaluating offshore nuclear energy projects in federal waters, raising new questions about how far industrial plans will expand at sea. Travel Rules: The Department of Health reminded travelers from Samoa that personal food and medication imports are limited to 10 total food units and must be properly labeled and declared.
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