AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoToa Samoa: Samoa’s Rugby League World Cup campaign ended with a 44–12 semi-final loss to Australia, but the team earned praise for its resilience. Spencer Leniu has also challenged the reported pay gap between Pacific players and Australia’s squad, saying Samoa and Tonga helped draw crowds and attention to the tournament. Digital Services: Samoa has launched a national digital ID policy, mapping out a system that would connect civil records, identity and biometric databases, and authentication services. The World Bank is funding procurement, with the government aiming to improve access to services including healthcare, education and financial support. Climate and Nature: Pacific representatives have opened the Moana Blue Pacific Pavilion at COP31 in Türkiye, providing a base for regional talks and climate advocacy. Separately, Germany has committed €20 million to a seven-year island restoration project covering Samoa, Tonga, Palau and Wallis and Futuna, focused on restoring native wildlife and strengthening ecosystems and community resilience.
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