AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAir Connectivity: Qantas launched its inaugural Faleolo–Auckland service, adding a third airline option alongside Air New Zealand and Fiji Airways, while the government continues planning for Samoa Airways’ relaunch. Budget & Accountability: Former Education Minister Loau Keneti Sio urged two Commissions of Inquiry—one into EPC generator failures and another into a $20m catamaran boat still not in Samoan waters. Energy & Cost of Living: Fuel and power coverage continues: NEOC says Samoa’s fuel supply is secure under Amber Alert, while MPs debate fuel levy relief and solar review amid the wider Pacific push to fast-track renewables. Parliament Watch: Lautimuia Uelese Vaai flagged electricity, water and safety priorities, called for fuel-cost easing, and asked about citizenship-by-investment management. Tourism & Culture: PM Schmidt says Teuila Tourism Festival Week will be replaced by Samoa Arts & Culture Week in September. Trade & Industry: Samoa Association of Manufacturers and Exporters appoints Dr Seuseu Tauati as SAME CEO, aiming to boost sustainable manufacturing and export market access. Regional Business: Samoa confirmed it will participate in EXPO 2027 Belgrade under “Rhythms of Samoa: Connecting Through Sport, Trade and Culture.”
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