AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCannabis Regulation: Guam’s Cannabis Control Board unanimously approved the first permit to operate, clearing Real Deal LLC (Deep Green Guam) after seven years and setting a path for more local operators. PUC & Cost of Living: Residents are bracing for a proposed Guam Power Authority fuel surcharge increase that could add about $58 a month to average bills starting July 1, with the PUC set to vote Thursday. Military & Training: A new Pacific Multi-Domain Training and Experimentation Capability forward facility at Naval Base Guam is now operational as Exercise Valiant Shield runs June 22–July 1 across Guam, the CNMI, Japan, and at sea. Marianas Fisheries Policy: Marianas leaders reacted to Trump’s executive order reopening protected waters for limited commercial fishing, saying it could bring opportunity while testing conservation balance. Local Courts: Max’s Restaurant may avoid eviction if it makes an initial $50,000 settlement payment by June 30, with court steps continuing in early July. Travel & Diplomacy: Guam and NMI officials advanced visa waiver talks with Philippine immigration, aiming to reduce a travel bottleneck for Filipino visitors. Youth Sports: Pacific Volleyball Academy sent two youth teams to a four-day Metro Manila tournament, marking the third straight year of international competition. Weather Watch: Typhoon Francisco weakened while Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 1 stayed up for Batanes and parts of Cagayan; Tropical Storm Higos remains near Guam.
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