The Honorable Arnold I. Palacios is the 10th Governor of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, serving alongside Lieutenant Governor David M. Apatang since January 2023.
Today, we honor the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose vision of hope and progress continues to inspire us all. From his iconic ‘I Have a Dream’ speech to his unwavering pursuit of justice, he showed us that true character is revealed during times of challenge. Let us move forward together, guided by his dream of unity and justice.
The CNMI was fortunate to welcome the MS Mitsue Ocean Fuji Cruise to our ports as she embarked on her maiden voyage to Majuro with approximately 300 passengers onboard. Governor Arnold I. Palacios, the Commonwealth Ports Authority, CNMI Department of Commerce, and Marianas Visitors Authority were honored to greet the Captain and Crew, celebrating this exciting milestone in regional maritime travel. The CNMI would like to wish safe travels to the MS Mitsue Ocean Fuji and hope to welcome them back to the Marianas!
Lieutenant Governor David M. Apatang, together with Delbert T. Pua, Special Assistant for the Office of Youth Affairs, recently proclaimed October 2024 as Youth Empowerment Month. The proclamation was made in the presence of members of the Legislature, Cabinet officials, and community partners, all united in their commitment to improving the lives of our youth.
