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It is important to recognize that the CNMI and Guam, unlike other Pacific nations, are part of the United States. As such, the federal government determines policy on all matters of foreign affairs.

Federal contracting is running strong in Guam. For fiscal 2024, Guam saw $2.5 billion in federal contracts. Over the last three fiscal years, Guam averaged $2.2 billion in federal contracts per year. This trend is expected to continue for the next three to five years.

MAJURO, Marshall Islands — After a month of funding uncertainty following the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump, the U.S. ambassador to the Marshall Islands assured island leaders that Washington has confirmed the Compact of Free Association funding will continue uninterrupted.

GUALO RAI, Saipan — How prevalent illegal drug use in the business community of the Northern Mariana Islands is uncertain.

The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in the islands of Micronesia. Palau adds to its inventory through a creative business at the Koror Recycling Center and Guam sees a successful bakery business add another location yet again.

What plays out on the national stage often has ramifications for the islands.

A community day was held on Feb. 21 at Andersen Air Force Base to mark the end of training for COPE North 2025.

Interesting studies on performance reviews. I guess it really depends on a company’s objective(s) when it comes to evaluations of its employees. For us, performance reviews play an essential role in communicating expectations, managing productivity, and fostering accountability. While that might sound a bit cliché or even archaic given today’s declining trend of performance reviews, we focus heavily on coaching and mentoring across all levels, which starts with leadership.