AGP Executive Report

Weather Watch: Tropical Depression Higos has moved away from the Marianas, with only scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms expected next, while forecasters track Invest 95W east-southeast of the Marshall Islands for possible heavy rain impacts in eastern Micronesia. El Niño Update: NASA satellite data shows a long band of warm water linked to the newly declared El Niño, with scientists warning it could become one of the strongest on record. Drought & Water Prep: Palau and nearby Yap are bracing for a dry stretch after Super Typhoon Sinlaku, with residents urged to monitor water supplies closely. Marianas Travel: Saipan has resumed international flights after a two-month pause, with Jeju Air restarting direct service from Seoul and adding weekly flights through late October. Local Courts: A Guam dispute over New Fresh Bread Bakeshop and Cafe Panadero heads toward trial after a judge set pretrial and bench dates. Governance & Oversight: Guam’s Office of Public Accountability received a full compliance peer review rating, the highest level under Government Auditing Standards. Community & Learning: UOG is running a “Know Your Soil” workshop for farmers and gardeners, teaching proper soil sampling and testing.

Aviation Costs & Security: A former Qatari Boeing 747-8 is being modified as an interim Air Force One, with the VC-25B program now estimated at about $5.7 billion through 2031—more than the combined annual GDP of several small Pacific nations including Micronesia. Training & Readiness in Guam: A once-abandoned Defense schoolhouse at Naval Base Guam has reopened as PMTEC Forward–Guam, linking commanders and exercise teams with resilient networks for live, virtual, and constructive training. Drought Watch in Palau/Western Micronesia: After Super Typhoon Sinlaku, Palau and Yap are seeing well-below-normal rainfall; residents are urged to monitor water supplies as El Niño approaches. Public Accountability: Guam’s Office of Public Accountability received a full compliance peer review rating under U.S. Government Auditing Standards. Marianas Weather Alert: New tropical disturbances (including Invest 94W/earlier systems) are threatening the Marianas with showers, gusty winds, and possible heavy rain. Tourism Restart: Saipan resumed international flights after a two-month pause, with Jeju Air adding service to support visitor recovery. Health & Mosquito Risk: Hawai‘i reported a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu; officials say local spread risk is low but urge residents to remove standing water.

Guam Accountability: Guam’s Office of Public Accountability says it earned a “pass” full compliance rating after an independent peer review of its audit quality controls for 2023–2025. Coast Guard Leadership: A change of command at U.S. Coast Guard Station Apra Harbor installed Senior Chief Petty Officer Calvin Hernandez, highlighting rescues and typhoon recovery work. CNMI Flights & Tourism: Saipan has resumed international service after a two-month pause, with Jeju Air restarting direct Seoul–Saipan flights and committing to four weekly trips through Oct. 25. CNMI Power & Recovery Politics: Former Gov. Ralph DLG Torres says his first priority is stabilizing CNMI’s power system with a new Saipan plant and more renewables. Marianas Weather Watch: Another tropical disturbance is nearing the Marianas, with forecasters warning of showers and gusty winds. Health Alert: Hawai‘i health officials reported a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu tied to a visitor, with local transmission risk expected to be low. Local Court: A $610,000 Fresh Bread Bakeshop/Cafe Panadero debt dispute is set for trial after a pretrial conference. Regional Climate Cooperation: California, Guam, Hawai‘i, Kiribati, Vanuatu and Weno reaffirmed plans to deepen climate adaptation and resilience work.

Marianas & Guam Tourism: Jeju Air resumed direct flights from Seoul to Saipan on June 21, with four weekly trips through Oct. 25, a key step for Marianas visitor recovery after Super Typhoon Sinlaku. CNMI Power & Energy: Former Gov. Ralph DLG Torres says his first priority, if elected, is stabilizing CNMI’s power system via a new Saipan plant and expanded renewables, including solar with storage and possible Rota/Tinian “off-grid” pilots. Education & Inclusion (Guam): Career Tech Academy Charter School unveiled plans for a 3-year Career Tech Deaf Academy, aiming to serve deaf, hard-of-hearing, blind and low-vision students with ASL, English, and CHamoru. Climate & Oceans (Yap/Kosrae): UOG REEF fellows monitored reefs in Yap and Kosrae using the Micronesia Coral Reef Monitoring portal and Coral Net, finding steady coral declines linked to water-heating events. Regional Security (Guam/RIMPAC): The U.S. and Philippine Coast Guards wrapped joint pre-exercise engagements in Guam ahead of the Philippines’ first RIMPAC participation. Public Health: Guam’s DPHSS announced a free back-to-school immunization clinic July 10 at Micronesia Mall, while Hawai‘i reported a new travel-related dengue case on O‘ahu with low expected local spread. Weather Watch: Tropical Depression 07W passed south of Guam, bringing gusty winds and heavy showers, with advisories issued for coastal waters. Pacific Food Systems: Solomon Islands youth and MRD officers completed a 14-day climate-resilient agriculture and fisheries seminar in China, with lessons they plan to apply at home.

Maritime Security: The Philippine Coast Guard wrapped up joint training with the U.S. Coast Guard in Guam ahead of RIMPAC 2026, including a joint sail through the U.S. exclusive economic zone as the BRP Gabriela Silang heads to Hawaii for the exercise. Climate & Food Systems: Youth and officials from Solomon Islands, Kiribati, Tonga, and the Federated States of Micronesia finished a 14-day climate-resilient agriculture and fisheries seminar in China, focusing on climate-smart farming, aquaculture, and fisheries resilience. U.S.-FSM Ties: FSM President Wesley Simina congratulated new recruits enlisting in the U.S. military under the Compact of Free Association, with officials also reaffirming defense cooperation during recent joint committee talks. Health & Travel: Hawai‘i health officials reported a new travel-related dengue case on O‘ahu involving a visitor; the expected risk of local spread is low, but residents are urged to remove standing water. Tourism & Connectivity: The Marianas welcomed its first international flight since Super Typhoon Sinlaku, with Jeju Air launching direct service from Seoul to Saipan and committing to multiple weekly flights through October. Policy Watch (COFA): A U.S. federal motor carrier ruling could affect commercial driver’s licenses for COFA citizens, with the administration urging states to revoke certain non-domiciled licenses not issued under current rules. Energy Transition: Pacific energy experts urged faster renewable shifts amid the fuel crisis, warning that communities must lead the transition and that emergency fixes won’t be enough.

Tourism & Travel: The Marianas welcomed its first international flight since Super Typhoon Sinlaku, with Jeju Air resuming direct Seoul–Saipan service (four flights weekly through Oct. 25, daily during peak periods). Public Finance & Accountability: Guam’s Office of Public Accountability says it received a “full compliance” peer review rating for its 2026 review, with no management letter issued. Health: Hawai‘i DOH reported a new travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu involving a visitor; officials say the risk of local spread is low and urge residents to remove standing water. Weather: Tropical Depression 07W passed south of Guam, bringing gusty winds and heavy showers; advisories were issued for coastal waters. Energy Transition: Pacific energy experts urged island governments to fast-track renewable energy and clean shipping, warning the fuel crisis exposed long-standing vulnerabilities. Regional Security: U.S. and FSM representatives held a joint committee meeting, reaffirming defense cooperation. Culture & Community: Sakai Liberal High School students returned to Guam for the Micronesia Mall Friendship Recital, continuing a growing arts-and-travel exchange tradition.

Tropical Weather: Tropical Depression 07W (Invest 92W) passed south of Guam, bringing gusts up to 55 mph and heavy showers, with wind and small-craft advisories issued as the system pulls away. Public Health: Hawaiʻi DOH confirmed a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu involving a visitor; officials say the risk of local spread is low and urge residents to remove standing water. Local Health Services: Guam’s DPHSS announced a free Back-to-School immunization clinic at Micronesia Mall on July 10 for eligible children, with routine vaccines and parent/guardian requirements. Energy & Policy: Congress is weighing a push to deploy nuclear microreactors to the Indo-Pacific by 2030, a move Guam’s Del. James Moylan opposed. Climate & Mobility: FSM Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew is in Berlin for the Climate Mobility Forum, aiming to advance global principles on climate mobility. Regional Development: Palau hosted a JICA-backed asset management seminar to help Pacific nations better maintain roads, bridges, and heavy equipment amid climate-driven damage. Education & Culture: Sakai Liberal High School students returned to Guam for the Friendship Recital at Micronesia Mall, continuing an arts-and-travel exchange tradition.

FSM–Israel Ties: President David W. Panuelo sent congratulations to Israel’s newly sworn-in Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, reaffirming the FSM’s commitment to stand with Israel on “right and just” matters. Health Alert: Hawai‘i DOH reported a new travel-related dengue case on O‘ahu involving a visitor; officials say the risk of local spread is low and urged residents to remove standing water. Immunization Drive (Guam): DPHSS announced a free back-to-school immunization clinic at Micronesia Mall on July 10 for eligible children, with required documents and parent/guardian accompaniment rules. Energy & Security: Pacific energy experts urged faster renewable energy and cleaner shipping as the fuel crisis deepens, warning the region must learn from past shocks. Marianas Weather: Tropical Depression 07W/Invest 92W brought Guam its roughest night in months with gusts up to 55 mph, and advisories remain in play as the system moves away. Regional Cooperation: U.S. and FSM representatives held a joint committee meeting, reaffirming defense cooperation under the Compact framework. Infrastructure (Palau): Palau hosted a regional asset management seminar focused on maintaining roads, bridges, and heavy machinery.

Public Health: Guam’s DPHSS will run a free Back-to-School Immunization Outreach Clinic at the Micronesia Mall Center Court on July 10 (10 a.m.–1 p.m., or while supplies last), offering routine childhood vaccines for eligible children ages 4–18, with Medicaid/MIP or no insurance priority; TB skin tests won’t be given. Defense & Energy: A U.S. House NDAA amendment would require the Department of Defense to deploy a transportable nuclear microreactor in the Indo-Pacific Command region by Jan. 1, 2030, drawing opposition from Guam’s Del. James Moylan. Weather & Safety: Tropical Depression 07W, tied to Invest 92W, passed south of Guam and brought gusty winds and heavy showers, with wind and small-craft advisories in effect as forecasters watch for locally heavy rain. Health Watch: Hawai‘i DOH reported a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu involving a visitor; officials say the risk of local transmission is low and urge residents to remove standing water. Regional Development: Palau hosted a first regional asset management seminar to help countries better maintain roads, bridges, and heavy machinery as climate pressures mount. Clean Energy Push: Pacific energy experts urged island nations to fast-track renewables and decarbonize shipping amid the deepening fuel crisis. Youth & Culture: Sakai Liberal High School returns to Guam for a Friendship Recital at Micronesia Mall as part of the Mall Ball 3×3 tournament.

Tropical Weather: Tropical Depression 07W, upgraded from Invest 92W, passed south of Guam overnight and still delivered Guam’s roughest night in months, with gusts up to 55 mph at Antonio B. Won Pat Airport and 48 mph at Andersen Air Force Base, as stronger winds on the system’s north side funneled over the island; Public Health: Hawaiʻi’s Department of Health confirmed a travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu involving a visitor, with teams conducting mosquito control and outreach, and officials say the risk of local spread is low because the person is no longer infectious and has left the state; Regional Infrastructure: Palau hosted the first regional asset management seminar with Micronesia and Japan, focusing on keeping roads, bridges and heavy equipment working as climate pressures mount; Energy Transition: Pacific energy experts urged faster renewable action amid the fuel crisis, warning that emergency fixes won’t solve long-term vulnerability; Local Culture & Sports: Sakai Liberal High School from Osaka returns for a Friendship Recital at Micronesia Mall, while Saipan’s G-Rollers head to Guam for the Mall Ball 3×3 tournament after Super Typhoon Sinlaku disrupted training.

Tropical Weather: Tropical Depression 07W (Invest 92W) passed south of Guam, bringing gusty winds and heavy showers; sustained winds were about 20–25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, and advisories were issued as forecasters expect it to become a tropical storm later Friday. Public Health: Hawai‘i DOH confirmed a travel-related dengue case on O‘ahu involving a visitor; officials say the expected risk of local spread is low because the person has left the islands and was not infectious at departure, but residents are urged to remove standing water. Maritime Security: The U.S. and Federated States of Micronesia held a Joint Committee Meeting reaffirming defense cooperation, while a 13-day Operation Irensia 2026 security exercise in Guam trained patrol crews from FSM, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Clean Energy Push: Pacific energy experts warned the region must fast-track renewables amid the fuel crisis, stressing community-led solutions and lessons from past oil shocks. Cost of Travel: Guam and CNMI leaders told a U.S. Senate hearing that airfare costs are soaring—citing airline restrictions and cabotage rules—and urged Congress to waive them for residents and veterans. Local Sports: After Super Typhoon Sinlaku damage, the Saipan G-Rollers are heading to Guam for the Mall Ball 3×3 tournament, using street courts to keep training.

Tropical Weather Watch: Invest 92W is still weak but may bring locally heavy rain to Guam and the Northern Marianas late Thursday into Friday as it reorganizes, with forecasters urging residents to prepare for showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. Public Health: Hawai‘i DOH confirmed a travel-related dengue case on O‘ahu involving a visitor; officials say the risk of local spread is low, but they’re urging people to remove standing water to cut mosquito breeding. Regional Security: The U.S. Coast Guard and partners wrapped up Operation Irensia 2026, a 13-day maritime law enforcement exercise in Guam training patrol crews from the FSM, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Energy Transition: Pacific experts at the Pacific Peace and Security Dialogue urged faster, community-led renewable energy rollouts, warning the fuel crisis exposed long-standing dependence on imported fossil fuels. Local Sports & Resilience: Saipan’s G-Rollers head to Guam for the Mall Ball 3×3 tournament, turning post–Super Typhoon Sinlaku training setbacks into motivation. Governance & Transparency: Palau’s National Congress took ownership of a new joint parliamentary website to give citizens easier access to legislation and committee work.

Clean Energy Push: Pacific experts meeting in Suva say the fuel crisis proves the region must fast-track renewables and keep the transition community-led, warning that emergency fixes won’t replace long-term locally run power. Health Alert: Hawai‘i DOH reported a new travel-related dengue case on Oʻahu tied to a visitor exposed abroad; officials say the risk of local spread is low and urge residents to remove standing water. Education & Reefs: University of Guam’s REEF fellowship wrapped up with students using the Micronesia Coral Reef Monitoring data portal and CoralNet AI tools to track reef health across Yap and Kosrae. Defense Cooperation: U.S. and Federated States of Micronesia representatives held a joint committee meeting reaffirming defense cooperation under the Compact framework. Disaster Readiness: UN officials urged Pacific communities to be “counted” in disaster response, stressing pre-positioning, drills, and roles for civil society and the private sector. Maritime Training: Philippine Coast Guard crews trained in Guam ahead of RIMPAC, building partnership through joint drills and boarding exercises. Local Services: Guam’s DPHSS announced a free back-to-school immunization clinic for eligible children July 10 at Micronesia Mall. Weather Watch: NWS continues tracking Invest 92W near the Marianas, with timing and strength uncertain but residents urged to prepare.

Guam–RIMPAC Prep: The Philippine Coast Guard wrapped joint training in Guam with U.S. Coast Guard crews ahead of its first RIMPAC appearance, including law-enforcement drills and small-boat operations around Apra Harbor. Local Governance: A $15.4 million Guam Veterans Cemetery expansion faces possible rescission as veterans officials and Attorney General Douglas Moylan clash over contract delays and legal processing ahead of a Sept. 30 federal deadline. Regional Security: U.S. Coast Guard and Pacific partners completed Operation Irensia 2026 in Guam, boosting maritime law enforcement skills across patrol crews from FSM, Palau, and the Marshall Islands. Weather Watch: CNMI and Guam agencies are monitoring Invest 92W as a weak, disorganized system expected to pass the Marianas later this week, with timing and impacts still uncertain—residents are urged to review emergency plans. Pacific Policy: Pacific Islands Forum leaders renewed a global appeal for peace, urging dialogue and respect for the UN Charter amid rising tensions. Fisheries: Tokelau has been removed from the Nauru Agreement’s fisheries scheme, risking major revenue as it loses access to the Vessel Day Scheme. Parliament Tech: Palau’s National Congress took ownership of a new joint parliamentary website to give citizens real-time access to legislation and hearings. Tourism & Business: Hilton signed to bring Conrad to Kobe, Japan, with a planned 2030 opening.

US Navy Humanitarian Pivot: Pacific Partnership 2026 kicks off with 300 personnel and a renewed Southeast Asia focus, stopping in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, East Timor and Vietnam, with ongoing work in Fiji and Palau—marking the mission’s 20th anniversary since the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami. Guam Veterans Cemetery Funding Fight: A $15.4 million Guam Veterans Cemetery expansion grant is at risk after a dispute between veterans leadership and Guam’s top prosecutor, with a Sept. 30 federal deadline looming and burial capacity estimated to last under four years. RIMPAC Build-Up in Guam: The US and Philippine Coast Guards wrapped joint pre-exercise engagements around Guam ahead of the Philippines’ first RIMPAC participation, including side-by-side training and boarding drills. Marianas Weather Watch: NWS and local emergency offices are monitoring Invest 92W, expected to pass the Marianas between Thursday evening and Friday evening, with uncertainty on strength but guidance to stay prepared. Pacific Fisheries Skills: The FFA is opening a new scholarship for its Certificate IV in Fisheries Enforcement and Compliance, starting Sept. 7, to strengthen frontline enforcement across member states. Palau Governance Tech: Palau’s National Congress took ownership of a new joint parliamentary website, built with Japan and UNDP support, to give citizens real-time access to legislation and hearings. Coast Guard Cutter Arrives: The USCG accepted delivery of the USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo, the fifth fast response cutter homeported in Guam, with commissioning planned for September in New York. Pacific Peace Call: Pacific Islands Forum leaders issued a global appeal for peace, urging dialogue and respect for the UN Charter amid rising tensions.

Typhoon Sinlaku Relief: A Chuukese community letter thanks Guam residents and groups, especially the Ayuda Foundation led by Carlotta Leon Guerrero, for fast support after Super Typhoon Sinlaku. Legislative Transparency: Palau’s Olbiil Era Kelulau took ownership of a new joint parliamentary website, built with Japan and UNDP support, to share legislation and public hearings in real time. Marianas Weather Watch: CNMI and Guam officials are monitoring Invest 92W, a weak, poorly organized system expected to pass the Marianas later this week; residents are urged to stay ready as timing and impacts remain uncertain. Disaster Preparedness: Guam’s agriculture department is running its first wildfire training sessions to help agencies and communities reduce structural ignition risk and improve mitigation. Maritime Security: The U.S. Coast Guard wrapped Operation Irensia 2026 in Guam, a 13-day regional law-enforcement and counter-narcotics training exercise with Micronesian partners. Coast Guard Build-Out: The USCG accepted delivery of the new fast response cutter USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo, the fifth FRC homeported in Guam, with commissioning planned for September. Ocean Climate Signals: NASA and partners report strengthening warm-water waves that could point to El Niño later in 2026. Regional Shipping Pact: Pacific transport ministers formalized the Pacific Blue Shipping Partnership to coordinate a cleaner, low-carbon shipping transition across Oceania.