Samoa–New Zealand Partnership: Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt met NZ PM Christopher Luxon in Wellington, reaffirming the “enduring partnership” with talks on labour mobility, trade, migration and rugby, with a focus on the future of the RSE scheme and worker welfare. Aviation & Tourism: Samoa Airways welcomed back its oldest Twin Otter, 5W-FAY, after a major overhaul in Canada, with the refurbishment funded from airline revenue and expected to extend service life by 30 years. Border Security: Samoa Customs sent a high-level delegation to New Zealand Customs for a study tour on strengthening border management, intelligence sharing and capability against organised crime and illicit drugs. Youth Development: Samoa launched its Youth Policy 2026–2031 and re-established the Youth Advisory Committee to expand youth leadership, education, employment and wellbeing. Community Safety: SVSG resumed a UN-backed community awareness programme to end violence against women and children in Falealili 1. Sports & Culture: Teuila Festival was rebranded as the Measina Festival, while Samoa weightlifting highlights two athletes pushing each other after strong Arafura Games results. Justice & Governance: A commission has been set up to investigate possible criminal charges against FAST Party leaders after a Supreme Court ruling on swearing-in procedures. Local Crime: A man has been charged over the Le Lama Petrol Station robbery in Moto’otua.