AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Push: The U.S. Department of the Interior says it will auction about 33 million acres of seabed around American Samoa for deep-sea critical minerals, with a Nov. 19, 2026 lease sale planned—an unprecedented step that’s already drawing heavy criticism from environmental groups and Pacific communities. Local Input Timeline: Under federal rules, American Samoa’s governor has 60 days to review and comment before a final leasing notice is issued, after BOEM published its proposed leasing notice in the Federal Register. Supply-Chain Stakes: The move is tied to U.S. efforts to reduce reliance on foreign critical minerals, while the International Energy Agency warns the global supply chain faces major economic risk if processing and export channels stay concentrated. Community & Culture: Marist Brothers Old Pupils Association (MBOPA) thanked local sponsors and partners after its American Samoa fundraising campaign for renovations at St Joseph’s College. Everyday Life: A separate U.S. story says daylight saving time could become permanent if the Senate follows the House’s approval.
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