AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoPrime Minister: La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt apologised after a 2007 video showed him saying “Heil Hitler” and making a Nazi-associated gesture at a family gathering. He said the actions were inappropriate and did not reflect his beliefs. Toa Samoa: The 23-man squad is set for the Rugby League World Cup, with coach Ben Gardiner urging fans to support the men’s and women’s teams safely. Economy: New official production estimates show GDP contracted 1.6% in the year to June 2026, far less than the 8.1% decline in a withdrawn expenditure report. The Samoa Bureau of Statistics says expenditure estimates are still being tested. Connectivity and sport: Digicel has opened a mobile tower in Asau to improve coverage in western Savai‘i. NRL Samoa says a shortage of youth competitions is holding back rugby league development, despite strong interest in its holiday clinics. Press freedom: Media groups are seeking answers over reports that a journalist’s photos were deleted during a government-related assignment.
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