AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoDrug Case Update: Acting Police Commissioner Leiataua Samuelu Afamasaga says investigations into seven former Samoa Shipping Corporation employees are still ongoing, but all seven are expected to face drug charges after the probe is completed—following a February Pago Pago–Samoa trip flagged for suspected meth trafficking. Energy Costs: American Samoa Power Authority (ASPA) has announced a fuel surcharge hike that will push residential rates from 38 cents/kWh in April to 46 cents/kWh in May, with commercial customers also affected. Deep-Sea Mining Pushback: Local groups are circulating a sign-on letter urging the Fono to act as federal agencies move toward deep-sea mining leasing, while the Governor has set up a Deep Sea Minerals Steering Committee to oversee DSM-related decisions. Regional Tech Diplomacy: The Governor’s Office and ASTCA wrapped up a three-day mission to Samoa focused on building a connected, secure digital future. Community & Culture: Bluesky is the title sponsor of the 2026 Miss Am Samoa Pageant, and AAPI Heritage Month celebrations continue across the territory.
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