AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSeabed Mining: The first U.S. deep-sea mineral lease auction is set for Nov. 19 near American Samoa, with a Marianas sale to follow Dec. 16. Gov. David Apatang is pressing for enforceable CNMI revenue sharing, local jobs and contracts, port investment, and environmental safeguards before the sale proceeds. Power Costs and Solar: Ratepayers are challenging CUC’s proposed utility hikes and a typhoon surcharge with no stated end date; a decision is expected Nov. 20. A proposed $500 million solar project is also at risk: its bidder says it will withdraw unless the commission acts by Oct. 31. Tourism and Trade: Philippine Airlines is scheduled to resume Manila-Saipan flights Oct. 25, a move tourism officials say could bring visitors and improve travel options for residents and workers. Worker Relief: CNMI business operators want foreign workers, including CW visa holders, included in disaster unemployment assistance; the application deadline is Oct. 24.
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