During the 902 Consultations recently held in Washington, D.C., Governor David M. Apatang and a unified CNMI delegation met with federal leaders to advance solutions that support economic stability, workforce sustainability, and stronger national security partnerships in the Pacific.

During the 902 consultations, Governor David M. Apatang met with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for an extensive and insightful dialogue. The meeting served as a transformative opportunity to brief one of the White House’s most senior officials on the specific challenges and opportunities within the CNMI.

Governor David M. Apatang joined regional leaders at The Pacific Agenda: Investment, Security, and Shared Prosperity Summit in Hawaii this February 2026 to advance the CNMI’s priorities in economic growth and regional stability.

At the 2026 Senior Plenary Session of the Interagency Group on Insular Affairs (IGIA) at the U.S. Department of the Interior, Governor David M. Apatang delivered the CNMI’s gubernatorial address alongside fellow territorial leaders and federal partners.

Acting Governor Dennis James C. Mendiola, met with Major General Sherman, Commander of the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, and other military leaders to engage in discussions aimed at strengthening collaboration and enhancing a mutually beneficial partnership between the ongoing military buildup and the CNMI.

Governor David M. Apatang is in Washington, D.C. leading critical Section 902 consultations with federal partners advocating for regulatory relief, fiscal stability, and a stronger federal partnership for the Commonwealth.