AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIndo-Pacific Drills: The uncrewed MQ-28 “Ghost Bat” is set to join U.S.-led Exercise Valiant Shield 2026, with photos showing a prototype at Rota International Airport in the Northern Marianas. The biennial drills run June 22–July 1 and will have the drone fly alongside crewed fighters for defensive and offensive counter-air missions. Storm Update: Tropical Storm Higos has weakened to a tropical depression and is pulling away from the Marianas, with lingering showers expected before conditions improve. Next Weather Watch: Forecasters are also tracking a new disturbance, Invest 94W, which could bring showers and gusty winds as it approaches the Marianas. Tourism Recovery: CNMI leaders are pushing Congress to keep visa-free travel options as visitor arrivals remain far below pre-typhoon levels, while international flights begin to return—Jeju Air resumed direct service to Saipan. Disaster Aid: SBA extended the deadline for Sinlaku physical-damage disaster loan applications to Aug. 21 for eligible CNMI residents and businesses. Local Recovery: FEMA’s last emergency generators have been removed from Saipan and Tinian, marking progress toward permanent electrical service.
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