AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCourt & Claims: Guam’s federal court granted families of five M/V Mariana crew members more time to file wrongful-death claims, extending deadlines in the vessel owners’ limitation of liability case from July 31 to Oct. 31 so estates can be opened and representatives appointed. Hospitality & Tourism: The Guam Hotel & Restaurant Association is bringing back PHARE 2026, now set for Aug. 19-20 at the Hyatt Regency Guam after Super Typhoon Sinlaku delayed the event; organizers expect 40+ exhibitors and training sessions for hotels, restaurants, and tourism businesses. Digital Connectivity: Australia says all Pacific Islands Forum members are now connected to the global undersea cable network, with 10,300+ km of new cables delivered since 2018, including first links for Naoero (Nauru) and Kosrae (FSM). Regional Trade & Business: The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency reported a second 2026 payout of US$50.42m under the U.S. Tuna Treaty, supporting Pacific Island Parties’ fisheries operations. Agriculture: UOG’s Farmer Focus Conference brought together 100+ farmers and ag professionals across Chuuk Lagoon to address island-specific stressors using survey results. Defense Infrastructure: Reporting says U.S. Pacific Command is assessing alternative locations for a US$2b infrastructure investment in Yap, FSM, after negotiation disputes over a proposed US$1.3b compensation package.
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