19 July 2024 Apia, Samoa – A just green transition is not just a buzz phrase of the moment. It is in fact a critical issue that every country needs to consider in light of the current climate crisis. This is especially so for small island developing states (SIDS) like Samoa. It is why the […]
Honourable Minister of Finance, Afioga Lautimuia Uelese Vaai led Samoa’s delegation (that included officials from the Central Bank of Samoa, Ministry of Finance and the Samoa International Finance Authority (SIFA)) to the first Pacific Banking Forum held from 8 – 9 July in Brisbane, Australia. The Forum, co-hosted by the Governments of the United States […]
Apia, SAMOA – The Australian High Commission is pleased to present ‘Evolution’, a public exhibition showcasing the art of mask making by Australia’s Torres Strait islanders. Officially launched by Australian High Commissioner His Excellency Will Robinson, the exhibition is displayed along the Australian High Commission’s fencing on Beach Road. The public exhibition is part of […]
The 65th Series of Meetings of the Assemblies of the Member States of WIPO commenced on the 9th of July 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland. Samoa’s delegation to the WIPO Assemblies, led by Honourable Leota Laki Lamositele Sio, the Minister for Commerce Industry and Labour, includes the Registrar, Pulotu Lyndon Chu Ling and Fiu Semaia Faaola, […]
The first Advance Visit by Commonwealth Member Countries for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in October 2024 was conducted on 10-11 July 2024. The two Advance Visits provide an opportunity for Member States to physically assess Samoa’s preparations and hosting obligations, looking at the logistics arrangements, accommodation options for Heads of Governments, as […]
The Attorney General of Samoa in collaboration with the Australia Attorney General Department (AAGD) organised a comprehensive training program on “Legal Policy Development ” for all Government lawyers. The training was delivered by AAGD trainers Ms Lauren Murray and Mr Rory Williams at the Tanoa Tusitala Hotel over 2 days on 1 – 2 July. […]
Apia, Samoa – Thursday 11th July 2024 The National University of Samoa (NUS) launched the Vaimea Prison Report Wednesday 10th July 2024, on campus. The report is a comprehensive historical and heritage research project that reveals the rich history and cultural significance of the Vaimea Prison, a 118-year-old site in Apia. The report, funded by […]
(GOVT. PRESS SECRETARIAT)- In preparations to hosting the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in October, the Samoa Airport Authority is investing in up skilling her Rescue and Fire Services recruiting specialists from New Zealand to provide a weeklong HAZMAT Awareness Course Rolled out for 8 days by Ross T Riddell and Associates for the 34 […]
“A symbol of Samoan-German friendship reignited: The National University of Samoa and Übersee-Museum Bremen mark a milestone in Provenance Research with a historic prow handover ceremony” Apia, Samoa – Thursday 11th July 2024 The National University of Samoa (NUS) and the German Übersee-Museum Bremen celebrated the official handover and signing ceremony of a historical prow […]
“Enhancing Youth Learning Experience through Continuing Education Approaches” Apia, Samoa – Tuesday 9th July 2024 The National University of Samoa (NUS) and the Commonwealth of Learning (COL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their partnership in enhancing youth learning experiences through continuing education approaches. The NUS Youth Project, funded by COL, aims […]
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