AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTropical Weather: Invest 94W has been upgraded to a tropical depression and is forecast to pass through or near Saipan Tuesday, with the biggest rain and gusty-wind risk depending on the storm’s track (anywhere from Rota to north of Saipan). Regional Security: The U.S. and Japan kicked off Exercise Valiant Shield 2026, running June 22–July 1, with drills across the Northern Marianas, Guam, Japan and at sea. Court & Families: The mother of a missing Mariana crewman petitioned CNMI Superior Court to declare her son legally presumed dead after the Coast Guard suspended its search following Typhoon Sinlaku. Power & Politics: Former Gov. Ralph DLG Torres says his top priority is stabilizing CNMI’s power system with a new Saipan power plant and expanded renewables. Tourism Recovery: Jeju Air returned with the first direct international flight to Saipan in over two months, a key step for visitor recovery after Sinlaku. Disaster Aid: CNMI is set to roll out the $40M Disaster Nutrition Assistance Program next week for non-NAP households severely affected by Sinlaku. Local Business Support: The Saipan Chamber will host a free Mentor-Protégé Indo-Pacific workshop July 20 on federal contracting opportunities.
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