Samoa plants a tree for the Queen
The Government of Samoa has planted a tree for the Queen’s Green Canopy to honour the 70 years of service of Queen Elizabeth II as Head of the Commonwealth. The…
NATIONAL DAY – SAMOA
On January 1st 1962, Western Samoa achieved its independence from New Zealand. Nevertheless, this day is observed on June 1st and is still acknowledged by the Samoan society in New…
SAMOA’S NEW PROJECT TO HELP WOMEN AND YOUTH FIND EMPLOYMENT IN AGRICULTURE AND FISHERIES SECTOR
Diversifying the agriculture and fisheries sector in Samoa is key to unlock the country’s green and blue economy potential, particularly through the creation of sustainable employment opportunities for women and…
RESKILLING AND LABOUR MIGRATION VITAL TO THE PACIFIC’S ECONOMIC RECOVERY
While the Pacific and Papua New Guinea (PNG) have avoided some of the worst health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the closure of international travel and lockdowns to curb the…
SUPPORT FOR A STRONGER SAMOA IN THE WAKE OF COVID-19
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors have approved US$25 million in grants to support Samoa’s social and economic response and recovery from COVID-19 and boost efforts to build resilience…