AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVisa Waiver Push: Guam Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero and CNMI Gov. David Apatang are urging the U.S. to add the Philippines to the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Programme, arguing it would strengthen Indo-Pacific ties, boost tourism, and improve air connectivity as Philippine Airlines prepares to resume Manila–Saipan flights. Air Travel Update: The Commonwealth Ports Authority says nighttime international operations at Saipan’s Francisco C. Ada-Saipan International Airport are targeted to restart June 20, with PAL’s twice-weekly Manila–Saipan service set to resume June 22. Storm Season Outlook: The National Weather Service warns CNMI could see up to five typhoons in the 2026 storm season, with higher exposure than 2025 as El Niño shifts cyclone formation eastward. Typhoon Recovery & Power: On Tinian, large-scale military generators have been connected to the grid after Sinlaku damaged the power plant, a step aimed at restoring stability for residents and businesses. Local Energy Debate: CNMI Sen. Jude Hofschneider is pushing a resolution to study small modular and micro nuclear reactors as a potential long-term energy security option. Sports & Community: Guam’s Masakåda women’s team and the Northern Marianas are set to compete in EAFF E-1 preliminary matches, with admission proceeds supporting CNMI football recovery.
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