AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoParliament & Courts: Samoa’s HRPP district chair challenge moves forward as the Supreme Court accepts interveners from the Samoa United Party and independents, while a timetable sets the main hearing for 13 July. Airline Politics: PM Laaulialemalietoa Schmidt doubles down on the Samoa Airways relaunch despite ADB warnings of “financially devastating” risks, telling MPs partners “don’t know anything we are facing.” Public Finance Scrutiny: In budget debate, the PM says Samoa has been “short-changed” for years by fake invoices and customs manipulation, while the Education Grant (OGG) is revealed as abused and not audited for eight years. Public Safety & Accountability: Police arrest a 41-year-old over viral streetlight shootings, and the PM again urges village councils to protect public assets. Health & Social Services: Samoa opens its first cervical cancer screening clinic and launches the Stay MALU campaign for women aged 30–65. Compensation & Disaster Response: NEOC says fuel supplies remain secure under an Amber Alert, and more than 6,000 Safata residents are set to receive Manawanui compensation as paperwork is processed. Governance Appointments: Samoa’s Commission on Appointments approves promotions for senior military and foreign affairs officials. Regional & International: Samoa reports it is engaging through diplomatic channels over two nationals held in Vietnam over a murder case.
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