AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDeep-Sea Minerals & Pacific Security: Pacific leaders meeting in Palau are pushing for more control over security and ocean resources as China and the U.S. compete for influence, with ocean minerals and defense partnerships high on the agenda. NOAA Seafloor Mapping for American Samoa: NOAA will run two deep-sea expeditions around American Samoa aboard the Okeanos Explorer to map and survey seafloor habitats tied to critical mineral evaluation, with live-streamed ROV dives and public release of datasets. Meta Child-Safety Settlement (U.S. + Territories incl. American Samoa): Meta agreed to pay up to $18B and impose major safeguards for teens on Facebook and Instagram, including default daily time limits, nighttime blocks, reduced school-hour notifications, stronger age assurance, and tighter controls on harmful content; the deal covers 47 states plus D.C., Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands. Local Fisheries Governance: The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council will meet Sept. 15–17 to consider changes to American Samoa’s large vessel prohibited area around Rose Atoll, following recent federal action affecting commercial fishing rules. Broadcasting Deadlines (FCC): September brings key FCC broadcaster dates, including regulatory fee timing and the Auction 114 short-form application window for new FM station construction permits.
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