AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoYouth & Education: Samoa launched its Youth Policy 2026–2031 and re-established the Youth Advisory Committee, aiming to widen youth leadership, education, jobs, wellbeing and participation. STEM for Kids: More than 30 children took part in coding and LEGO robotics workshops run by Lumanai Samoa and the Samoa Early Learning Foundation, building problem-solving and teamwork. Governance & Work: Prime Minister Schmidt began an official New Zealand visit meeting Samoan RSE workers employed by Mr Apple, with talks planned with NZ PM Christopher Luxon in Wellington. Health & Accountability: A reopened hospital morgue still leaves families and investigators asking why new refrigeration units remain idle, with delays tied to tender and installation issues. Public Safety: Two female constables were suspended after leaked CCTV footage showed a traffic officer being hit by a vehicle. Economy Watch: The Central Bank warned budget delays could slow Samoa’s economic recovery. Environment: Samoa is starting community consultations and fieldwork to assess mangrove carbon storage for stronger climate reporting and conservation planning. Culture & Tourism: Teuila Festival has been renamed Measina Festival, with registrations now open for the 2026 event.
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