AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining: The U.S. has set a Nov. 19 auction for two seabed leases covering about 31 million acres off American Samoa. Manuʻa chiefs and conservation groups have sued to block the sale, arguing the government lacks authority; a lease would allow preliminary work such as mapping, not immediate mining. Health Funding: Governor Pulaaliʻi warns that cuts to the territory’s Medicaid match could cost American Samoa more than $9 million in federal funds, threatening services for residents who rely on them. Regional Crime: Pacific police leaders are launching PACPOL to improve cooperation against drug trafficking, cybercrime, illegal fishing and other cross-border threats. Women’s Basketball: Katherine Peneueta scored 15 points and grabbed seven rebounds as American Samoa beat Tahiti 72–62 at the Polynesian Cup.
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