AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push Meets Local Pushback: American Samoa’s Governor has set up a Deep Sea Minerals Steering Committee, with seven subcommittees meant to guide any deep-sea mineral work and transshipment plans—while local groups are already circulating a community sign-on letter urging the Fono to act fast to protect local waters and rights as federal agencies move toward possible leasing. Water Safety Update: ASPA says Fagamalo’s water shutdown is tied to disinfection of the tank and distribution lines after a boil water notice—work starts now and is set to finish May 13. Local Governance & Oversight: The Territorial Audit Office flagged major gaps in the Criminal Justice Planning Agency’s COPS program, including potential repayment of about $459,000 and concerns over training and grant compliance. Community & Culture: The territory has adopted its first Statistical Strategy and Framework for 2025–2030, and Swains Island’s 101st anniversary is marked with a public holiday on May 13. Regional Watch: Samoa and partners launched a cyber safety outreach program across 11 Pacific countries to tackle scams and online crime.
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