DoW, CNMI Convene Stakeholders Meeting, Reaffirm Partnership, Commitment
SAIPAN, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands — Leaders from U.S. Pacific Command and Joint Task Force-Micronesia met with leaders from the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands at the quarterly CNMI Stakeholders Meeting in Susupe, Sept. 9-10.
Over the two-day meetings, leaders received updates on military activities and efforts throughout the CNMI to include recovery efforts from Super Typhoons Sinlaku and Bavi, military construction progress and proposed developments, planned military exercises and training, business development, biosecurity and the future of the CNMI Stakeholders Meetings.
CNMI Governor David Apatang shared his appreciation to the military and CNMI stakeholders for their continued hard work, commitment, and support.
“This continued collaboration is important as our commonwealth continues to navigate challenges, from powerful typhoons and recovery efforts to ongoing economic pressures,” he said. “These meetings provide an opportunity for the CNMI’s voice to be heard. We must ensure that the needs of the commonwealth remain part of these discussions. That means prioritizing locally available resources, creating opportunities for local businesses, and strengthening partnerships that allow the CNMI to play a greater role in supporting regional and national priorities. Through continued cooperation, we can advance shared objectives while building a stronger, more resilient commonwealth.”
U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Josh Lasky, commander, Joint Task Force-Micronesia attended the meeting virtually from Guam.
"Joint Task Force-Micronesia values the trust and collaboration we share with the Commonwealth," he said. "Meetings like this ensure our efforts are aligned with the needs of the CNMI, and that as we build capability and resilience together, the commonwealth and its people remain at the center of that work."
U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Christopher Faurot, mobilization assistant to the commander, U.S. Pacific Command thanked participants for their attendance and commitment to the partnership between the CNMI and armed forces. “U.S. Pacific command is interested in energy resilience, economic resilience, because everything’s connected. What’s beneficial to our military will also help the community.”
Following the meetings in Saipan, a delegation of Department of War officials traveled to Tinian, where they shared updates to military activities on the island.
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