Public Finance Scrutiny: Samoa’s Government says public money must be accounted for and officials held accountable after reports of cash withdrawals from District Development Programme accounts, stressing that withdrawals alone aren’t proof of theft or corruption. Governance & Accountability: Cabinet has instructed the Ministry of Public Enterprises to review its governance framework so Government corporations can better serve the public, after concerns that Cabinet lacks complete budget and spending information. Green Banking Push: Samoa’s banks and partners are exploring more green financing, with a workshop led by the Central Bank of Samoa and UNDP focusing on renewable energy lending and managing climate-related financial risks. Tuna Fisheries Science: Samoa is calling for stronger, credible science to guide Pacific tuna management as the WCPFC Scientific Committee meets in Apia. Climate Action at Forum Level: Pacific foreign ministers backed a stronger climate push ahead of COP31, prioritising climate finance, renewables and Pacific leadership. Child Support Rollout: Details are set for Samoa’s Child Wellbeing Benefits, including a $200 newborn bonus and $100 monthly support for eligible children up to 35 months, with registration opening in September. Digital Resilience: The Manatua Consortium is coordinating repairs after a submarine cable fault disrupted internet services, with service recovery dependent on securing a specialist repair vessel.