AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMedia Freedom Clash: The Journalists Association of Samoa (JAWS) is demanding answers after reports that Prime Minister La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt’s security removed a Samoa Observer reporter’s camera and deleted photos taken at a police event at the Government Building in Apia. Marine Safety: Samoa’s marine advisory remains in force with waves up to 3 metres and rough seas expected to continue into Monday, with strong currents and gusty winds warning sea-goers to stay alert. EV Charging Costs: Samoa’s MNRE is developing a user-pay system for its solar EV charging station at Friendship Park, aiming to recover costs and support future expansion. Infrastructure Finance: Deputy Prime Minister Mulipola Anarosa ‘Ale Molio’o met AIIB President Zou Jiayi to push Samoa’s first bank-funded infrastructure projects, including ports, roads, water and interisland connectivity. Health & Cancer: The Minister of Health launched Pinktober, calling for a community-wide partnership to fight cancer, alongside long-running support from ANZ Bank and the Samoa Cancer Society. Wildlife Discovery: Researchers using underwater cameras off Apolima Island recorded an endangered leopard shark in Samoan waters for the first verifiable time.
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