AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 minutes agoVisa Waiver Update: The U.S. has published the official 12-country list eligible for the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program, including Australia, Japan, South Korea, the UK, and others—good news for travelers planning easier entry. Tourism Growth Push: A new bill would add the Philippines plus five Asian countries to the Guam-CNMI Visa Waiver Program, with projections of about 25,000 new arrivals to Guam and roughly $11M in direct spending at the start—though leaders warn it faces a tough road in Congress. GVB Budget: The Guam Visitors Bureau board approved a $28.97M FY2027 operating budget to keep marketing and destination development moving, citing $1.6B tourism impact in 2025. Nature & Culture: Ritidian Beach gets a spotlight for its trails, wildlife refuge, and ancient Chamorro remnants—an easy, visitor-friendly history stop. Community & Safety: Guam’s suicide rate rose to 43 deaths in 2024, prompting renewed calls for mental health support and prevention. Sports: Guam athletes brought home multiple world titles at the SJJIF jiu-jitsu championships in Tokyo, boosting the island’s international profile.
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