AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoChild Protection & Justice: Four children adopted to New Zealand families have been returned to Samoa after abuse was confirmed, with Samoa’s Ministry of Justice saying the cases prompted New Zealand to suspend overseas adoptions temporarily in September 2025. Parliament & Law Reform: The Overseas Adoptions Legislation Bill and the Redress System for Abuse in Care Bill both moved through parliamentary stages, with government leaders stressing child safety and support for survivors. Public Enterprises: Samoa inducted new board members for public enterprises, urging directors to lead with integrity, transparency, and a focus on the 2026/27 budget priorities. Transport & Infrastructure: Prime Minister Schmidt inspected the Aurora V ferry repair works in Australia, with Samoa Ports Authority saying upgrades are being completed to meet maritime safety standards before the vessel is sold to recover costs. Climate & Agriculture: A climate-resilient farming project is training Samoan farmers on taro soil health, weed control, and fallow management to handle harsher weather. Pacific Diplomacy & Sport: Tonga, Samoa, Fiji and PNG signed a A$250m Pacific Rugby League Partnership to boost grassroots pathways, while Payne Haas confirmed he will represent Samoa at the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. Culture in Hollywood: Samoa’s Seiuli “The Rock” Johnson and Catherine Laga’aia marked the Moana premiere with a traditional siva, highlighting Pacific representation on a global stage.
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