Pakistan has no trade with 11 countries, govt tells parliament

The federal government has informed parliament that Pakistan currently has no trade relations with 11 countries across the world. The official list, submitted to lawmakers, includes India and Israel, along with several other nations with which...

Japan Claims Victory Over Samoa in Thrilling T20 Match

Tokyo, Japan — Japan triumphed over Samoa by 4 runs in a tense T20 match held on Sunday, October 12, at 7:00 PM local time. The teams battled in a gripping encounter that showcased both skill and sportsmanship. Japan set a total of 162 runs for 6...

Hard work takes Michael Deasy on an adventure from Kilbrittain to Samoa and now Canada

MICHAEL Deasy traces his appetite for hard work back to his childhood in Kilbrittain, shaped by the example of his parents, Jimmy and Kathleen, who always put their six children first. ‘They are two hard-working people who took us all over the...

Samoa Tourism heads to Aus for Roadshow

Samoa Tourism is saying talofa lava! to Australia as it heads to three capital cities for its annual roadshow. The Samoa Tourism Roadshow in Australia is an annual event organised by the Samoa Tourism Authority to promote Samoa as a premier travel...

The island escapes Aussie travellers have set their sights on (that aren't Bali or Fiji)

It's no secret Aussies absolutely love an island escape. And while places like Bali and Fiji continue to be high on our radar, new tropical destinations are set to take off in the next 12 months. New data has revealed Samoa and Cebu in the...

Samoa's Police Commissioner exits role before contract ends, says he expected it

Auapaau Logoitino Filipo Photo: Facebook / Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services Samoa's former Police Commissioner has spoken to local media about his exit from the role, admiting he was expecting it. Auapaau Logoitino Filipo's tenure...

Samoa’s men of letters, Regulator and the biggest drug bust at Faleatiu

It’s all happening in beautiful Samoa, isn’t it? There is no doubt about that. What with Samoa’s man of letters and Prime Minister Tuilaepa Dr. Sa’ilele Malielegaoi being in fine form, firing his pen at everyone and anyone, a measles epidemic...

Kiwis, Kiwi Ferns name formidable squads for Pacific Championships opener

Sunday’s encounter will be the sixth between the two nations with the Kiwis winning all of them, including their past meeting, a 50-0 victory in their opening game of the 2023 tournament at Eden Park, although Samoa will be fielding a much more...

Samoa MPs and cabinet ministers haven’t been paid

Members of parliament and cabinet ministers have not been paid since being sworn in on September 16. Minister of Finance Mulipola Anarosa Ale-Molio’o confirmed this week that payments for the period ending 14 October have not been processed. She...

Japan vs Samoa Live Streaming Online, ICC T20 World Cup Asia & East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025 Super 6: How To Watch JPN vs SAM T20WC Qualifier Match Free Live Telecast on TV?

The Super 6 stage of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup Asia & East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025 will see the Japan national cricket team lock horns against the Samoa national cricket team in match 3 on Sunday, October 12. The JPN vs SAM T20I will be...

Taekwondo black belts beef up Team Samoa

Three taekwondo athletes were awarded their black belts last week after three weeks of intense training, qualifying them for the upcoming Pacific Games in Samoa in July. They are Paul Raki, Theresa Magele and Asomua Saili. According to athlete and...

Samoa Housing Corporation: Sale of Freehold Property – Aleisa (Lot 1678 Plan 8096)

Samoa Housing Corporation: Sale of Freehold Property – Samatau (Lot 652 Plan 5461)

White Sunday 2025 Samoa: Date, History, Lotu Tamaiti Significance Explained

White Sunday, also known as Lotu Tamaiti in the Samoan language, is a Christian observance that is a national holiday in Samoa, falling on the second Sunday of October. Lotu Tamait,i which means ‘Children's Service’, is a day is dedicated to...

Government of Samoa Conveys Condolences to Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Apia, Samoa, 11 October 2025 – The Government of Samoa yesterday met with representatives of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Samoa to convey its heartfelt condolences following the passing of President Russell M. Nelson, who...

CITES Parties in the Pacific take part in training on implementation through fisheries legal frameworks

The waters of the Pacific Islands countries (PICs) are home to numerous aquatic species that are listed in the CITES Appendices, and which support livelihoods and economic opportunities for communities in over a dozen Parties to the Convention....

OPINION : The Law Society and The Rule of Law

It is heartening for all law-abiding citizens of Samoa to read of the courage and professionalism shown by our Law Society in expressing its strong views against the current Prime Minister taking the Police and Attorney General portfolios under...

Samoa pull out of November Test as ‘exciting and fast-emerging force’ drafted in to face Six Nations opponent

World Rugby have confirmed Chile will now play Italy rather than Samoa during the upcoming November Tests, following the South American nation’s qualification for the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Los Cóndores beat the Pacific Island nation in last...

Black Caps legend steps out of retirement to pad up for Samoa

“I look forward to representing the country of my mother’s birth and hopefully I can do her proud and the people of Samoa as well.” – Former Black Cap Leaupepe Ross Taylor For many cricket fans in New Zealand and across the world, Ross Taylor is...

SAMOA POLICE LAUNCH OF “SAY NO TO ILLEGAL DRUGS” CAMPAIGN

REMARKS by the Australian High Commission to Samoa Mr Will Robinson Ou te muamua ona faatulou ile taitai ole sauniga, afio lau afioga le Masiofo Faamausili Leinafo Tuimalealiifano, afio lau afioga le Minisita o Leoleo, Mulipola Anarosa Ale –...