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The U.S. Navy’s ongoing rehabilitation of the Glass Breakwater in Apra Harbor is utilizing circular economy practices and advanced coastal engineering to reinforce the critical marine infrastructure against severe typhoons and climate change.

As the Association of Pacific Ports 112th Annual Conference continues, local port officials sat down with the Federal Emergency Management Agency to reflect on shared resiliency after natural disasters.

Commercial maritime carriers and terminal operators across the Western Pacific are adjusting operational strategies, upgrading equipment, and enhancing regional coordination to support accelerating military construction and troop relocations.

Following the passage of Super Typhoon Bavi through Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands on July 6, regional emergency officials are warning businesses and public leadership across the Marianas to prepare for a prolonged tropical cyclone season driven by a strong El Niño pattern.

We arrived in London in what was described as a heatwave and were there to witness the hottest day so far in the UK the next day. The temperatures in England reached 37.7 degrees Centigrade/99 degrees. This wasn’t the first heatwave this year and England has now dealt with its fourth one.

Attendees at the Society of American Military Engineers Guam Post Guam Industry Forum were well prepared. Colorful island style shirts were in abundance among the visitors, who enjoyed what Guam has to offer, including recommendations for where to eat, golfing and more.

OLEAI, Saipan — The Northern Marianas Sports Association is banking on upgraded sports facilities — led by continued improvements at the Oleai Sports Complex — to transform the commonwealth into a larger sports tourism destination, attracting more international athletes, competitions and overseas training camps while creating new opportunities for the visitor economy.

GARAPAN, Saipan — The Marianas Visitors Authority is doubling down on sports tourism as a key pillar of the commonwealth's visitor economy, saying athletic events not only attract international competitors but also generate hotel stays, restaurant sales, transportation demand, retail spending, and worldwide exposure that benefits businesses across Saipan, Tinian, and Rota.

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Guam Economic Development authority grant awardees are creating impactful community projects in media and the arts to connect with community members across the region.