Samoa.
sovereign state made up of six islands in the Pacific Ocean
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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The Asian Development Bank emphasizes that solar panels are an insufficient solution for Pacific countries, noting the high cost of fossil fuels.Some support1 report
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Fiji's experience is being used as a cautionary tale for Samoa.Some support2 reports
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Central Bank monitors government budget implementation issues. Central Bank manages monetary policy for the nation.Well supported5 reports2 developments inside
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CHOGM 2026 is scheduled to take place in Antigua, with Samoa and Pakistan serving as co-chairs.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
Earlier this month
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PHS provides specialist healthcare services to Samoan patients, operating from its flagship hospital in Nadi, Fiji.Some support2 reports
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In Samoa, the government operates a private hospital and is associated with the Human Rights Protection Party, utilizing parliament members for hospital ownership.Some support1 report
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Samoan judiciary is exploring judicial cooperation and technology exchange, including AI and digital courts, with China.Some support1 report
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The Asian Development Bank is concerned about a potential aircraft purchase, coinciding with the IMF board reviewing public financial management in Samoa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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IMF conducts Article IV Consultation on Samoa's economy.Some support1 report
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Samoa has joined the Pacific Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (PIPA) to participate in discussions regarding regional issues.Some support1 report
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The capital city of Samoa relies on its informal food sector.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Local market survey covers produce sold across Upolu.Some support1 report
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Tala achieved Michelin star status in Auckland, drawing inspiration from Samoan culture.Some support1 report
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The government of Samoa launched a multi-ministry programme on September 8th.Some support1 report
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An underworld figure was shot in Ho Chi Minh City, while criminal networks are using Samoa as a base of operations in Vietnam.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Asian Development Bank is funding a health project in Samoa, while Samoa simultaneously contracts the United Nations Office for Project Services for equipment procurement.Some support1 report
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Climate change is now threatening the habitability of small island states, including Samoa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Samoa has reinforced its joint disaster response capabilities.Some support1 report
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Anthony Albanese attends the Pacific Island Forum meeting in Fiji while leading Australia's Pacific engagement strategy.Well supported12 reports
One to three months ago
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Samoa is calling for a lower citizenship investment threshold, and the Cabinet has been tasked with amending the relevant law.Some support1 report
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An announced launch originates from Apia, Samoa, involving the entity ZMO.Some support1 report
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The Government of Japan is providing development aid for local projects in Samoa.Some support1 report
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The leadership structure of the ANZ region is undergoing a regional review, involving Samoa and Vanuatu.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Jane Worthington, representing IFJ Asia Pacific, addresses defamation laws in Samoa while regional journalist meetings take place in Vanuatu.Some support2 reports
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World Bank delegation visited Samoa to discuss economic growth and development priorities.Some support1 report
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Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa's experience is being recognized for its role in shaping regional governance models in Samoa.Some support2 reports
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New Zealand provided restitution money to Samoa.Some support2 reports
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World Bank inspection found Leulumoega District Hospital in Samoa unsafe, leading the government to decide on reopening.Some support1 report
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Vanuatu chairs the SPREP Executive Board while regional environmental projects are supported by the Green Climate Fund during meetings in Samoa.Some support2 reports
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A car show took place at Apia Park in Samoa on August 5, 2026, with supporters traveling from American Samoa.Some support1 report
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El Niño conditions are increasing the risk of drought in Samoa.Some support3 reports
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Co-convened workshop on Pacific climate finance issues held in Samoa involving experts from Samoa and Fiji.Some support2 reports
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Samoa hosts the WCPFC meetings.Some support2 reports
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Samoa is a major source of foreign workers, with Fiji and the Philippines contributing significant labor to the region.Some support1 report
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NOAA experts and the Samoan Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment collaborated on resource management, with US financial and technical support.Some support1 report
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A consortium has established a new undersea cable connecting Niue, Cook Islands, Tahiti, and Samoa to a regional network.Some support1 report
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The Samoa Open, a flagship sporting event, is underway, receiving support from Vailima and Fiji PGA.Some support1 report
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Samoa is facing shared high seismic risk due to its location in the Western Pacific Ocean.Some support1 report
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Australia offered AU$50 million to support rugby in Samoa, while World Rugby also provided support to Lakapi Samoa.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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An individual lost their passports while in Australia before they moved to Samoa.Some support1 report
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Bilateral discussions regarding the RSE scheme took place in Samoa on July 19, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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SPC launched SEMIS in Samoa and consulted with Global Partnership for Education on data issues.Some support1 report
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Aircraft refurbishment supports trade and tourism.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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New air service is underway, strengthening the bilateral tourism market in the South Pacific region.Some support1 report
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Samoa, through discussions involving Christopher Luxon, has been recognized as a trusted partner and is committed to serving as the gateway for Tokelau's economic cooperation.Some support2 reports
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Cyclone Evan crossed Upolu, causing damage to Samoa.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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UNFPA is donating equipment to rural facilities in Apolima, Manono, and Upolu to support services in the affected areas.Some support1 report
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The Ministry of Health in Samoa reports that the current budget allocation is insufficient to cover future orders for necessary medicines.Some support1 report
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Samoan parliament admitted to wasting public funds, leading to taxpayers becoming owners of the ferry.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Drought has forced migration from islands including Tonga and Samoa. A researcher from East Anglia is studying the settlement of these groups in the Americas.Some support1 report
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Samoa, the Samoa Conservation Society, and the French Development Agency partnered to promote traditional navigation and co-fund the INSPIRE project.Some support2 reports
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Envirocrete Pacific announced plans to expand its market operations into Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Samoa, and Fiji.Some support1 report
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Climate change impacts, including coastal erosion and landslides, are affecting island nations globally.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Formula shortage affects parents in Samoa.Some support1 report
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Research covers climate scenarios in Tonga, Samoa, and Fiji, involving a researcher who is a USP alumnus.Some support2 reports
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Samoa's Ministry of Finance arranges payment methods and agrees compensation for environmental damage.Some support1 report
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Australia and Samoa maintain a partnership under the Pacific Policing Initiative to support regional security cooperation.Some support1 report
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Debates on the national budget for Samoa's development are underway, with calls for government spending scrutiny.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Around Samoa this week
News at the entities that move Samoa most-
parliament StructuralSharma raised concerns about financial crime in Fiji during a Parliament debate.Moves Samoa
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central bank StructuralThe Central Bank of Nigeria manages liquidity through the use of Treasury bills.Moves Samoa
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Public Service Commission StructuralDavid McCormick filed formal complaints regarding poor service quality and is undergoing investigation by the Public Service Commission.Moves Samoa
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government StructuralGovernment plans fast-track resettlement for refugees from Afghanistan and Mandatory Palestine, while Nigel Farage rejects legal routes.Moves Samoa
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Asian Development Bank OperationalThe Asian Development Bank has lifted its growth outlook for developing Asia and maintained its forecast for China at 4.6%, noting energy costs from the Middle East conflict.Moves Samoa
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El Niño OperationalClimate patterns are causing severe rainfall deficits in Negros.Moves Samoa
Connections
The 40 strongest of 223, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Upolu Structural
Upolu is a specific island located within the sovereign territory of the nation of Samoa.
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ministry of education and culture Structural
The Ministry of Education and Culture functions as a formal governmental component within the structure of Samoa.
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Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa Structural
A high-ranking official whose professional experience informs the governance models and international profile of the country.
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parliament Structural
The parliament functions as the legislative body responsible for the governance and national budget of Samoa.
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central bank Structural
The central bank functions as the official monetary policy authority within the jurisdiction of Samoa.
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Public Service Commission Structural
The Public Service Commission functions as an advisory body regarding civil service standards within the governmental structure of Samoa.
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Vaa Vaa Structural
A is a citizen of B, establishing a formal and persistent structural dependency between the individual and the nation.
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Tokelau Structural
Tokelau relies on Samoa to provide essential services, including acting as its international gateway and collaborating on shared monitoring initiatives.
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government Structural
The government functions as the administrative body of Samoa, managing public services and assets within the state's jurisdiction.
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Asian Development Bank Operational
ADB actively engages with Samoa, providing financial support, viability advice, and technical guidance on development projects.
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Fiji Operational
Samoa and Fiji actively collaborate on regional monitoring and use each other's experiences for mutual learning regarding climate resilience.
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El Niño Operational
El Niño conditions are evidenced to increase drought risk in Samoa.
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World Rugby Structural
World Rugby maintains a formal regulatory and supportive relationship with Samoan rugby and its government.
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The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment functions as a government agency within the structure of Samoa.
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American Samoa Operational
American Samoa's resource activities impact Samoa's fisheries, and they coordinate on regional issues and labor supply.
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Pacific Islands Forum Structural
Samoa functions as a member state within the collective body of the Pacific Islands Forum, participating in its discussions and initiatives.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Transactional
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. traveled to Samoa to assess its health informatics systems.
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New Caledonia Operational
A is actively targeting B as part of its product expansion strategy.
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Australian Government Structural
The relationship is characterized by the Australian Government's functional support for regional security cooperation within Samoa.
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Tonga Operational
The two entities are currently cooperating by jointly bidding to save the Moana Pasifika franchise.
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Samoa Uniting Party Structural
A political party operates within the country's legal framework.
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Pacific Community Operational
The two entities cooperate on shared functional issues, specifically regional fisheries monitoring.
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Government of Japan Transactional
The Government of Japan provides development aid to Samoa for local projects.
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Beijing Operational
Samoa and Beijing are engaged in judicial cooperation and technology exchange, specifically exploring AI and digital courts.
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RFK Shared context
RFK traveled to Samoa to advocate against vaccines.
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International Finance Corporation Transactional
The International Finance Corporation is engaged in a specific advisory capacity with Samoa regarding the financial viability and relaunch of its national airline.
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Vietnam Shared context
Samoan citizens and criminal networks are present in Vietnam, facing legal issues or using Samoa as a base.
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Air New Zealand Operational
Air New Zealand engages in market competition and strategic investment activities within the Samoan market.
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World Health Organization Operational
Samoa formally reports health case data to the World Health Organization during past outbreaks.
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Commonwealth Secretariat Structural
Samoa functions as the co-chair and host country for the meetings of the Commonwealth Secretariat.
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Christopher Luxon Operational
Christopher Luxon has publicly described Samoa as a trusted partner during diplomatic engagements.
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Anthony Albanese Transactional
Albanese hosts leaders from Samoa for security talks, indicating a high-level diplomatic engagement.
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Australian Federal Police Operational
Samoa and the Australian Federal Police maintain a partnership under the Pacific Policing Initiative.
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EPC Shared context
EPC is linked to Samoa as the operational context for its renewable energy projects.
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Vanuatu Mentioned together
A single instance of diplomatic interaction occurred when journalists from Samoa visited Vanuatu.
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United Nations Population Fund Transactional
UNFPA donated equipment to rural facilities in Samoa.
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University of New South Wales Mentioned together
UNSW research contributes to the body of knowledge regarding the challenges faced by small island states like Samoa, specifically regarding the costs of fossil fuels.
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Debra Roberts Shared context
Samoa is identified as a small island state facing climate change threats, a topic relevant to environmental discourse.
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consortium Operational
The consortium is actively coordinating a response in the vicinity of Samoa.
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BSP FINANCIAL GROUP LIMITED Shared context
A operates in the broader Pacific region which includes Samoa.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
14 events- The Asian Development Bank emphasizes that solar panels are an insufficient solution for Pacific countries, noting the high cost of fossil fuels.
- Fiji's experience is being used as a cautionary tale for Samoa.
- PHS provides specialist healthcare services to Samoan patients, operating from its flagship hospital in Nadi, Fiji.
- In Samoa, the government operates a private hospital and is associated with the Human Rights Protection Party, utilizing parliament members for hospital ownership.
- Samoan judiciary is exploring judicial cooperation and technology exchange, including AI and digital courts, with China.
- IMF conducts Article IV Consultation on Samoa's economy.
- Samoa has joined the Pacific Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (PIPA) to participate in discussions regarding regional issues.
- The capital city of Samoa relies on its informal food sector.
- Local market survey covers produce sold across Upolu.
- Tala achieved Michelin star status in Auckland, drawing inspiration from Samoan culture.
- The government of Samoa launched a multi-ministry programme on September 8th.
- The Asian Development Bank is funding a health project in Samoa, while Samoa simultaneously contracts the United Nations Office for Project Services for equipment procurement.
- Climate change is now threatening the habitability of small island states, including Samoa.
- Samoa has reinforced its joint disaster response capabilities.
August 2026
18 events- Samoa is calling for a lower citizenship investment threshold, and the Cabinet has been tasked with amending the relevant law.
- An announced launch originates from Apia, Samoa, involving the entity ZMO.
- The Government of Japan is providing development aid for local projects in Samoa.
- Jane Worthington, representing IFJ Asia Pacific, addresses defamation laws in Samoa while regional journalist meetings take place in Vanuatu.
- World Bank delegation visited Samoa to discuss economic growth and development priorities.
- Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa's experience is being recognized for its role in shaping regional governance models in Samoa.
- New Zealand provided restitution money to Samoa.
- World Bank inspection found Leulumoega District Hospital in Samoa unsafe, leading the government to decide on reopening.
- Vanuatu chairs the SPREP Executive Board while regional environmental projects are supported by the Green Climate Fund during meetings in Samoa.
- A car show took place at Apia Park in Samoa on August 5, 2026, with supporters traveling from American Samoa.
- El Niño conditions are increasing the risk of drought in Samoa.
- Co-convened workshop on Pacific climate finance issues held in Samoa involving experts from Samoa and Fiji.
- Samoa hosts the WCPFC meetings.
- Samoa is a major source of foreign workers, with Fiji and the Philippines contributing significant labor to the region.
- NOAA experts and the Samoan Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment collaborated on resource management, with US financial and technical support.
- A consortium has established a new undersea cable connecting Niue, Cook Islands, Tahiti, and Samoa to a regional network.
- The Samoa Open, a flagship sporting event, is underway, receiving support from Vailima and Fiji PGA.
- Samoa is facing shared high seismic risk due to its location in the Western Pacific Ocean.
July 2026
19 events- Central Bank monitors government budget implementation issues. Central Bank manages monetary policy for the nation.
- CHOGM 2026 is scheduled to take place in Antigua, with Samoa and Pakistan serving as co-chairs.
- Anthony Albanese attends the Pacific Island Forum meeting in Fiji while leading Australia's Pacific engagement strategy.
- The leadership structure of the ANZ region is undergoing a regional review, involving Samoa and Vanuatu.
- An individual lost their passports while in Australia before they moved to Samoa.
- Bilateral discussions regarding the RSE scheme took place in Samoa on July 19, 2026.
- SPC launched SEMIS in Samoa and consulted with Global Partnership for Education on data issues.
- Aircraft refurbishment supports trade and tourism.
- New air service is underway, strengthening the bilateral tourism market in the South Pacific region.
- Samoa, through discussions involving Christopher Luxon, has been recognized as a trusted partner and is committed to serving as the gateway for Tokelau's economic cooperation.
- UNFPA is donating equipment to rural facilities in Apolima, Manono, and Upolu to support services in the affected areas.
- The Ministry of Health in Samoa reports that the current budget allocation is insufficient to cover future orders for necessary medicines.
- Drought has forced migration from islands including Tonga and Samoa. A researcher from East Anglia is studying the settlement of these groups in the Americas.
- Samoa, the Samoa Conservation Society, and the French Development Agency partnered to promote traditional navigation and co-fund the INSPIRE project.
- Envirocrete Pacific announced plans to expand its market operations into Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Samoa, and Fiji.
- Formula shortage affects parents in Samoa.
- Research covers climate scenarios in Tonga, Samoa, and Fiji, involving a researcher who is a USP alumnus.
- Samoa's Ministry of Finance arranges payment methods and agrees compensation for environmental damage.
- Australia and Samoa maintain a partnership under the Pacific Policing Initiative to support regional security cooperation.
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June 2026
9 events- The Asian Development Bank is concerned about a potential aircraft purchase, coinciding with the IMF board reviewing public financial management in Samoa.
- An underworld figure was shot in Ho Chi Minh City, while criminal networks are using Samoa as a base of operations in Vietnam.
- Australia offered AU$50 million to support rugby in Samoa, while World Rugby also provided support to Lakapi Samoa.
- Cyclone Evan crossed Upolu, causing damage to Samoa.
- Samoan parliament admitted to wasting public funds, leading to taxpayers becoming owners of the ferry.
- Climate change impacts, including coastal erosion and landslides, are affecting island nations globally.
- Debates on the national budget for Samoa's development are underway, with calls for government spending scrutiny.
- Fuel-related pressures from the war in Iran are impacting Samoa.
- OUM was founded in Samoa with the goal of improving medical training for the Pacific region.