Military exercises planned for June and July in Guam
While Cope North did not take place in Guam this year, Guam businesses can hope for some military customers when Valiant Shield takes place from June 22 until July 1.
This iteration of Valiant Shield will also take place in Hawaii. The exercise is biennial.
Photo of USS Ronald Reagan pulling into Naval Base Guam from U.S. Navy files
More than 18,000 joint force service members from 30 units, including 200 aircraft and 20 ships participated in Valiant Shield 2024, which took place from June 4 to June 18 in Guam, Palau, and the Northern Mariana Islands.
The USS Ronald Reagan aircraft carrier made a port visit to the island after Valiant Shield, according to Journal files. mbj
The Guam Energy Office turned over eight plug-in hybrid electric vehicles to Guam Department of Health and Social Services, Department of Youth Affairs, Department of Public Works, alongside GEO on June 30.
The Public Utilities Commission approved a petition from the Guam Power Authority to adjust its Levelized Energy Adjustment Clause, also known as the LEAC, effective Wednesday, July 1, driving up the average monthly residential power bill by approximately $58.
Guam’s local bar and entertainment sector is experiencing a severe commercial contraction, driven by compounding inflationary pressures, severe labor shortages, and inconsistent military foot traffic.
