AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDrug Pricing Fallout: A coalition of 43 state attorneys general reached a $400 million settlement in principle with generic drugmaker Sandoz over alleged price-fixing and reduced competition, with total payments to states estimated at about $469 million if approved. CNMI Visa Talks: A Saipan-based CPA board member says Guam’s work on a Guam-CNMI visa waiver is moving with encouraging examples, aiming to boost tourism and potentially improve air service. Election Campaigns: The GOP slate for CNMI’s Nov. 3 races took shape at a Susupe meet-and-greet, with Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds, former Gov. Ralph Torres, and Precinct 1 candidate Alfredo Cabael among the headline names. Tinian Power Costs: CPUC will review an $8.4M CUC contract for temporary Tinian generators, as ratepayers question transparency and impacts on bills. Disaster Recovery Finance: The CNMI Senate advanced an amended $40M emergency financing bill for CUC, sending it back to the House after changes. Utilities Rates: CUC’s Fuel Adjustment Charge is set to rise for August due to higher fuel prices. Tourism Airlift: Jeju Air will extend Seoul–Saipan service through March 2027, a boost for South Korea—CNMI’s top source market. Red Cross Aid Deadline: Red Cross Individual Financial Assistance applications for Super Typhoon Bavi close Aug. 4 at 6 p.m. Border Biosecurity: Rota brown tree snake reports are tied to heavy port traffic and staffing strain, prompting added support and coordination.
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