Photos by K-Andrea Evarose S. Limol
Newly sworn in Gov. Arnold I. Palacios, left, and Lt. Gov. David M. Apatang, right, wave at dignitaries and community members.
Gov. Arnold I. Palacios and first lady Wella S. Palacios place their right hands over their hearts for the singing of the national anthem.
Lt. Gov. David M. Apatang and daughter Elaine place their right hands over their hearts as they sing the CNMI anthem.
Gov. Arnold I. Palacios and first lady Wella S. Palacios listen as mistress of ceremonies Patricia Coleman speaks.
Dignitaries and community members are seated under a canopy during the inaugural ceremony.
The CNMI Color Guard, comprised of representatives from each local law enforcement entity, poses for a photo ahead of the gubernatorial inauguration ceremony at the multi-purpose center on Monday.
