AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoVisa Rules for Travellers: Germany has published its 2026 visa-free list for 62 countries, allowing up to 90 days for tourism, business and family visits—Samoa is included, but Pakistan is not. Manu Samoa Coaching: Lemalu Tusiata Pisi has been appointed head coach of Manu Samoa, with a key test against Scotland on 18 July and the Pacific Nations Cup next. NRL-to-Union Talk: Samoa star Payne Haas says he won’t “backflip” back to Australia for the Rugby League World Cup, doubling down on representing Samoa. Water Warnings: Samoa is being urged to conserve water as forecasters warn of below-average rainfall and higher heat, raising the risk of shortages and fire danger. Autism Support: Families have launched the Samoa Otisi Society to improve local awareness, assessments and long-term support for autistic and neurodivergent people, with an official launch on 10 August. Culture & Music: A Porirua school choir won gold at the 2026 Australian International Music Festival in Sydney, bringing Pacific pride to the Opera House. Pacific Emergency Comms: Broadcasters are relied on during disasters, but the coverage highlights a “recognition without resources” problem across the region.
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