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A curated archive of reports, news, and media tracking security developments, diplomatic activities, and strategic initiatives across Micronesia and the broader Pacific region.
No ‘Great American Base,’ but CNMI could be a ‘place’
Officials decline to say whether Okinawa killing should affect Marine Corps relocation to Guam
2 population forecasts for Marine relocation to Camp Blaz do not align
Apatang says CNMI lacks land for ‘Great American Base’ proposal
Apatang: CNMI lacks land for War Department’s base request
Supreme Court hears arguments over open detonation at Tarague Beach
Supreme Court weighs case over Air Force detonating munitions in Guam
Coast Guard 'Friendship Fleet' arrives in Palau, to meet with president
Palau's balancing act amid its growing leadership role in the region
An outlandish $11.7B buildup request
SCOTUS set to hear Guam case
New Saipan radar to support growing Indo‑Pacific defense network
The case for pulling US military back from the first island chain
USNI News Western Pacific Pulse: Oct. 2, 2026
USNI News Western Pacific Pulse: Oct. 2, 2026
USNI News Western Pacific Pulse: Oct. 2, 2026
USNI News Western Pacific Pulse: Oct. 2, 2026
USNI News Western Pacific Pulse: Oct. 2, 2026
USNI News Western Pacific Pulse: Oct. 2, 2026
Close the China Visa Loophole In America's Pacific Territories