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SAIPAN — Businesses openings may have slowed in Saipan due to economic uncertainties, but existing businesses apparently see some light at the end of the tunnel. In recent months, there have been renovations to old or opening of new restaurants, electric vehicle charging stations made available to customers, and new spa treatments for the health conscious.

MAJURO, Marshall Islands — A new workers compensation law goes into effect Oct. 2 with the requirement that all employers in the Marshall Islands obtain insurance to cover worker injuries and medical care needed as a result of on-the-job injuries. Just days before it is implemented, Saipan-based insurance companies involved in potentially providing insurance for the worker compensation program have pushed back at greatly reduced rates.

An estimated $1 million was invested into Golfxpresso, Guam's newest spot for golf enthusiasts or those who are interested in learning without having to worry about the weather or cost of a round of golf.

There's about $280.9 million in federal funds that will be used to harden Defense Access Roads that essentially connect U.S. military installations in Guam, stretching from Andersen Air Force Base to Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz to Naval Base Guam.

TAIPEI, Taiwan — and BARRIGADA, Guam — For locations that have diplomatic and other relations with Taiwan, the country nurtures bilateral relations and assists in various ways.

MELEKEOK and KOROR — Hundreds of new businesses are licensed to open this year in Palau. While no official announcement of an opening date has been made, among them will be the newest venture of Western Caroline Trading Co. — one of the oldest businesses in Palau.