AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEconomic Update: Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa has ordered Treasury and the Central Bank to provide Parliament with current economic figures after a withdrawn report cited a T$200 million GDP decline; officials said it was removed over inconsistent estimates. Water Shortages: Toamua Uta families are waking at 4am or travelling elsewhere to bathe, while Eva residents rely on a spring. Rugby Governance: World Rugby chair Brett Robinson is expected in Apia for talks on the dispute over control of Samoa rugby, with Manu Sāmoa’s 2027 World Cup preparations a priority. Foreign Relations: The Prime Minister reaffirmed plans for an embassy in Jerusalem and discussed Israeli agricultural training opportunities. Pacific Development: ADB’s new five-year strategy includes Samoa, focusing on climate resilience, essential services and stronger project delivery. Sport: Toa Sāmoa’s 78–4 win over France sets up Saturday’s World Cup clash with Papua New Guinea. Samoa’s U19 women’s cricket team will face New Zealand next January at the 2027 World Cup. Culture: LEAO made history as the first act to win Aotearoa’s Silver Scroll with a song written entirely in Gagana Sāmoa.
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