Indo-Pacific Defense & Aviation: The Boeing MQ-28 Ghost Bat will fly with U.S. and allied fighter aircraft during Exercise Valiant Shield 2026, with the production-representative drone set to support offensive and defensive counter-air missions from the Northern Marianas area. Power Restoration & Grid Resilience: Commonwealth Utilities Corporation says long-delayed power system materials are arriving for Saipan, including transformers, poles, and conductors, as FEMA generators are phased out and restoration work continues. Tourism Recovery via Air Service: Jeju Air resumed direct Seoul–Saipan flights, with four weekly flights through Oct. 25, a key step for CNMI visitor recovery after Sinlaku. Local Energy Costs: Guam’s Public Utilities Commission approved a fuel surcharge hike that will raise the average residential power bill by about $58 starting July 1. CNMI Business & Solar Development: Commonwealth Ports Authority and Eastern Power Solutions signed an MOU to develop a solar farm on CPA property at Saipan’s airport. Workforce & Compliance: A Saipan businessman was sentenced to 12 months home detention for visa fraud tied to the CNMI-Only Transitional Worker program. Disaster Response Accountability: Saipan Mayor RB Camacho says residents continue reporting leaks and workmanship issues with temporary roofing installed after Typhoon Sinlaku, and he’s renewed pressure on FEMA for fixes. Federal Contracting Opportunity: The Saipan Chamber of Commerce will host a Mentor-Protégé Program Indo-Pacific workshop focused on Air Force small business contracting pathways.