AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoDiplomacy: U.S. Ambassador Jared Novelly presented his Letter of Credence to Samoa’s Head of State at Vailele, reaffirming a “reliable partner” approach and priorities including trade, maritime security, education and health. Education & Data: The Pacific Community launched Samoa’s Education Management Information System (SEMIS), aiming to strengthen planning and decision-making with reliable, timely education data. Youth & Jobs: A UN youth consultation at Taumeasina Island Resort saw young Samoans call for better employment pathways, stronger mental health support, and real seats at the table for national decisions. Women’s Leadership: Pacific women parliamentarians gathered in Wellington for a wānanga focused on decision-making, online harm, and gender-based harassment. Sports Pathways: Samoa Gridiron’s US tour delivered scholarships for young players to American colleges, opening doors for education and future football. Culture & Storytelling: Samoan filmmaker Jade Jackson released her feature documentary “The First Drop,” following Maasai communities in Tanzania as they gain access to clean water. Arts & Music: Opetaia Foa’i received APRA AMCOS’ Billions Award for “We Know The Way,” celebrating Oceanic voyaging stories and Samoan/Tokelauan language in the Moana soundtrack.
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