AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoU.S.-Pacific push: Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau toured the FSM, Solomon Islands and Kiribati, announcing over US$150 million in new support, including more than US$100 million for FSM disaster relief and reconstruction after Typhoon Sinlaku, Peace Corps returning to Solomon Islands, and aircraft rescue/firefighting upgrades for Honiara. Maritime deal: PNG Parliament ratified the PNG–FSM treaty that permanently sets their maritime boundary, securing jurisdiction over marine resources and enabling joint cooperation on living and non-living resources. Climate readiness: Pacific leaders at the 8th Pacific Meteorological Council in Tonga highlighted stronger early-warning systems and upgrades to weather services, with Tonga, Kiribati and Tuvalu reporting major progress. CNMI in the Pacific Islands Forum: CNMI officials say they want to keep observer status and could seek associate membership to boost their voice as regional power competition grows. CNMI deep-sea mining backlash: Advocacy groups urged Gov. David Apatang to recommend halting the federal Marianas seabed leasing process ahead of a December auction. FSM waste-to-livelihoods: FSM launched plastics repurposing workshops across all four states, turning PET waste into crafts and income while supporting Micronesia Clean Up Day. Tourism events: Guam opened registration for the 2026 Guam International Dance Festival (Dec. 4–6).
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