Press Releases

Matautu, Samoa – September 24, 2024 – A significant ceremony was held at the Police Interim Training Centre in Matautu to conclude a three-week Basic Motorcycle Rider Training program, marking a historic moment for the Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services (SPPCS) and the Vanuatu Police Force. For the first time, officers from outside the […]

September 23, 2024, Tui Atua Tupua Tamasese Efi (TATTE) Building Level 3. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) and the University of New Castle Australia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to initiate their partnership in promoting scientific, socio-economic and educational international engagement including capability development and research activities on renewable energy […]

This is a joint media release between the AFP and Samoa Police, Prisons and Corrections Services (Samoa Police). (20th September 2024)- Officers from Samoa Police have undertaken specialist police tactical group training with the Australian Federal Police in Canberra last month, as Samoa continues to ramp up its operational readiness ahead of the 2024 Commonwealth […]

(19 September 2024) Media Arrangements at CHOGM for accredited journalists

The Government of Japan officially handed over five new vehicles to the Samoa Water Authority (SWA), reaffirming its commitment to supporting Samoa’s development and the well-being of its people. The five Toyota Land Cruisers 4×4 vehicles, funded under Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGP) will significantly enhance SWA’s operational capacity to deliver […]

New Delhi, India/September 2024 – Samoa has reiterated its dedication to enhancing connectivity and fostering development within the Asia and Pacific communities by committing to the New Delhi Declaration at the 2nd Asia Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation held earlier this month. The two-day conference ended with Indian Prime Minister Honorable Narendra Modi announcing […]

(September 13, 2024 – Taumeasina Island Resort) The Government of Samoa through its Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment is pleased to announce the official launch of Samoa’s Fourth State of Environment (SOE) 2023 Report and the National Environment Sector Plan (NESP) 2023-2027. This milestone underscores Samoa’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding its unique environment and […]

Friday 13 September 2024 Today, the Public Service Commission (PSC) as part of its Talofa with a Smile customer service campaign proudly opens its refurbished Commission Lounge, a welcoming space designed for both the public and public servants to access services and engage with our Office. At the PSC, we believe that exceptional customer service […]

(Friday 13/09/2024) The British High Commission Apia hosted a send-off brunch for four (4) selected Samoa Chevening Scholars 2024-2025 this morning, to officially congratulates and wishing them all the best with their studying journey. Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals from diverse backgrounds who can demonstrate the commitment and skills needed to become future leaders. […]

The Government of Japan through its Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGP), is pleased to announce the signing of a Grant Agreement with the Aufaga Village Water Committee to secure funding for a vital water supply project. The signing ceremony was held earlier today (12 September) in the presence of the Ambassador Extraordinary […]