AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDisaster Support: The SBA opened a Business Recovery Center in Saipan to help small businesses, nonprofits, and residents apply for disaster loans tied to Super Typhoon Sinlaku, with walk-ins welcome starting May 26. Power Pressure: CNMI’s Commonwealth Utilities Corp. is warning of cascading system failures as cash and fuel reserves thin; meanwhile, Guam Power Authority secured a $70M credit line to manage soaring fuel costs, a reminder of how fast utility funding can swing bills. Fuel-Fueled Rates: CUC’s fuel surcharge has jumped sharply on diesel price spikes, raising fears of the highest electricity prices in U.S. territories. Weather Watch: NOAA is forecasting an above-average 2026 hurricane season in the Pacific, with El Niño expected to intensify activity. School Meals Reform: Japan university students are pushing Saipan school-meal changes after high waste rates, using the “Marianas Kyushoku Project” to cut leftovers. Comms During Crises: The FCC updated its Disaster Information Reporting System to reduce reporting burdens while keeping outage tracking during emergencies. Broader Economy: Deep-sea mining is accelerating after a Trump push, but AP reports major uncertainty around costs, permits, and real-world feasibility.
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