AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSNPF Leadership: Cabinet has approved Lealali Faletoese Asaua as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Samoa National Provident Fund for a three-year term, taking over from Lemalu Selesitina Meni-Reti. Prime Minister & RSE Workers: PM Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polāta’ivao Fosi Schmidt is in New Zealand meeting Samoan seasonal workers under the RSE scheme, and will discuss wellbeing and recent Cabinet decisions. Environment & Waste: Communities are pushing back against Coca-Cola’s switch from refillable glass to single-use plastic bottles in Samoa, warning it’s worsening pollution in a place with limited waste options. Public Safety: Police rallied around Constable Ietita Panipasa after he was struck by a vehicle while directing traffic at Lepea, with the officer still hospitalised and police continuing investigations. Commonwealth Games Send-off: Samoa honoured top athletes and officially sent off Team Samoa for Glasgow 2026, with the delegation set to depart 20 July. Cost of Living: Vegetable prices are rising across Samoa as wet weather reduces harvests and higher costs hit farmers and transport. Sports (Regional): Indonesia beat Samoa 94-49 in the FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup Division B, booking a semi-final spot.
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