AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBasketball: American Samoa won its first FIBA Women’s Polynesian Cup, beating Samoa 79–65 in Tahiti. Nevaeh Asiasi was named MVP, and both teams qualified for the 2027 Pacific Games. Seabed Mining: The U.S. is moving ahead with a deep-sea mineral lease sale near American Samoa despite opposition. Manu‘a chiefs have joined environmental groups in a lawsuit seeking to block it, while congressional candidates have faced questions about protecting local fishing. Territorial Status: The U.S. has called for ending the UN decolonization committee, which lists American Samoa among the territories yet to achieve self-government. Local Development: The Zoning Board has taken under advisement O&O Enterprises’ proposed Tafuna shopping center permit amid concerns about traffic, safety and emergency access. Inclusive Employment: American Samoa’s second disability employment summit brought government, business and community leaders together to discuss expanding job opportunities.
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