AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCentral Bank Watch: Samoa’s Central Bank warns budget delays could slow economic recovery, cutting growth forecasts if spending and projects drag. Jobs & Skills: Young Samoan graduates say they’re stuck in long job searches despite tertiary qualifications, especially as public-sector vacancies stay tight. Labour Mobility Talks: Samoa and New Zealand leaders reaffirm the RSE scheme and labour mobility, with welfare and pastoral care on the agenda. Aviation Investment: Samoa Airways welcomes back its oldest Twin Otter after a major Canada overhaul, funded from airline revenue to extend service life and support tourism and trade. Border Readiness: Samoa Customs completes a high-level study tour in New Zealand to strengthen border management, intelligence sharing, and capability against transnational crime. Community Safety: SVSG resumes UN-backed community awareness to end violence against women and children in Falealili 1. Digital Scams: AI-manipulated fake giveaways and impersonation scams are spreading, with calls for stronger community understanding alongside new laws. Plastic Pushback: Communities continue pushing back after Coca-Cola shifted Samoa from refillable glass to single-use plastic. Sports Pathways: PacificAus Sports backs Pacific women’s rugby pathways, including emerging Samoa players gaining Super Rugby Women experience.
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