AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoGuam-CNMI Visa Waiver Push: CNMI Del. Kimberlyn King-Hinds says adding the Philippines (plus India, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia and Mongolia) to the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program could bring about 25,000 more visitors and roughly $11M in spending, but she warns the bill faces a tough road in Congress. Tourism Funding & Marketing: The Guam Visitors Bureau approved a $28.97M FY2027 operating budget, aiming to keep Guam’s tourism momentum strong after a $1.6B impact in 2025. Local Sports & Community: The Guam Jiu-Jitsu Federation launched guamjjf.com to protect athletes and build a clearer pathway for the sport; Guam also celebrates GTFA’s 50th anniversary with the Oct. 17 Sun Run & XC National Championship. Education & Youth: UOG welcomed 2,942 students for Fall 2026, up 3%, while GDOE reports deficiencies fixed at Tiyan High and Simon Sanchez High but sanitary permits remain suspended. Invasive Species Watch: Joint Region Marianas and UOG launched “Båsta BTS” to help residents learn, spot, and protect native species by stopping the brown treesnake’s spread. Business Spotlight: Hu Guaiya Minipancakes opened a brick-and-mortar spot at CHamoru Village, bringing its sweet-and-tasty mini style to more foot traffic.
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