Health Procurement: Samoa’s Acting Minister of Health La’aulialemalietoa Polataivao Fosi Schmidt signed an agreement for nearly US$3m in medical equipment and supplies under an ADB-funded Pacific vaccines systems project, including cold-chain support and specialised trucks to strengthen rural health services. Housing Support: Samoa Housing Corporation says its FY2025/26 $6m Housing Assistance Scheme helped 97 first-time homeowners and larger families with 5% loans for building, buying, or renovations. Justice Reform: Samoa’s Ministry of Justice and Courts Administration is reviewing the Criminal Procedures Act 2016, with the death penalty for drug offenders and parole rules among the public discussion points. Rugby Governance: World Rugby says there will be no immediate change to Samoa’s international schedule while talks continue amid a governance dispute between the Samoan government, Lakapi Samoa, and the Samoa Rugby Football Union. Sports Pathways: Samoa will join Tonga, Cook Islands, Fiji, and PNG in Tonga for the Oceania Netball World Cup qualifier, with two teams earning spots. Regional Travel & Economy: Australia has listed Samoa among 12 countries eligible for its Pacific Engagement Visa, a permanent residence pathway aimed at deepening ties with Pacific nations. Pacific Spotlight: Fiji Airways announced direct Nadi–Western Sydney flights from March 19, 2027, as visitor numbers top one million over 12 months.