AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoStorm Preparations: Tropical Storm Champi could bring damaging winds and heavy rain to the Marianas this weekend. Saipan businesses began securing properties, while Bank of Hawai‘i will close its Saipan branch from Saturday until further notice; online and mobile banking remain available. Tourism: Philippine Airlines’ return to Saipan later this month is seen as a chance to reach new visitor markets. The Marianas Visitors Authority approved a $400,000 joint promotion deal, as August arrivals remained 61% below last year. Energy: Gov. David Apatang backs exploring nuclear power to cut reliance on costly imported fuel, but feasibility and safety studies would be needed. A vote on a major solar project could come as utility regulators review legal and land-use concerns. Short-Term Rentals: The tax director says a bill shifting tax collection to rental operators and booking platforms is unenforceable as written, citing system limits and a shortage of auditors.
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