AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEarthquake & Tsunami Watch: A powerful 7.8 earthquake struck off Mindanao, Philippines, killing at least three and triggering tsunami warnings across parts of the Pacific and Asia; Guam and CNMI tsunami advisories were later lifted, but officials still warn of dangerous rip currents and coastal hazards. Local Travel & Recovery: Philippine Airlines is set to resume Manila–Saipan flights in June as the airport restores nighttime operations, while CNMI tourism numbers remain weak after Super Typhoon Sinlaku. Visa Waiver Push: Guam and CNMI governors are urging the U.S. to add the Philippines to the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program to boost tourism and air connectivity. Storm Season Outlook: The National Weather Service warns CNMI could see a more active 2026 typhoon season than 2025, with higher chances of typhoon-strength storms. Sports & Community: Kiribati was selected to host the 2030 Micronesian Games, and CNMI’s Masakåda and Matao are set for international matches this week with proceeds supporting recovery efforts in the Northern Marianas. Energy & Policy: A CNMI senator is pushing for a study of small modular or micro nuclear reactors as a potential long-term energy security option. Regional Science: The Ocean Exploration Trust’s Nautilus expedition season will return to Mariana waters with local participants joining deep-sea research missions.
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