Global Entry Suspension Disrupts International Arrivals, Threatening Tourism Revenue and Supply Chains
A partial federal government shutdown has led to the suspension of Global Entry for arriving international passengers, causing immediate delays and potential disruptions for Hawaii's tourism sector and businesses reliant on international trade. Tourism operators must prepare for fewer immediate arrivals and potentially lower immediate spending, while import-dependent businesses face immediate cross-border friction. Short-term contingency planning for arrivals and supply chains is critical until government operations resume.
