AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSeabed Mining: The U.S. has finalized plans for a Nov. 19 auction of two seabed lease areas totaling 31.4 million acres offshore American Samoa. A lease would allow preliminary work such as mapping—not mining—before further reviews. Gov. Pula is seeking a fair share of any revenue, while residents and environmental groups warn of risks to marine life and fishing. The auction area is beyond territorial waters, where American Samoa banned deep-sea mining in 2024. Healthcare Funding: Gov. Pula warns that cuts to the local Medicaid match could cost the territory more than $9 million in federal funds; the budget also reduces LBJ hospital’s subsidy. Decolonization: Pacific churches have rebuked the U.S. call to end the UN decolonization committee, saying American Samoa and five other Pacific territories must retain a path to determine their political future. Storm Preparedness: NOAA warns a strong El Niño may raise cyclone risks this season and urges residents to prepare before the Nov. 1 start.
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