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Government Updated on Samoan Nationals Detained in Vietnam

Apia, SAMOA - 17 June 2026 - In a press statement, the Government of Samoa said it is kept updated on developments concerning two Samoan nationals who are currently held in custody in Vietnam in relation to an ongoing murder investigation. Since becoming aware of this matter, the Government has taken active steps through its international partners and diplomatic channels to facilitate contact and cooperation between the relevant authorities in Samoa and their counterparts in Vietnam....

Government Updated on Samoan Nationals Detained in Vietnam - Talamua Online Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – In a press statement, the Government of Samoa said it is kept updated on developments concerning two Samoan nationals who are currently held in custody in Vietnam in relation to an ongoing murder investigation. Since becoming aware of this matter, the Government has ...

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Ah Liki Wholesale Brings Pasifika Friendly Sanitary Products to Samoa - Talamua Online By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – Ah Liki Wholesale has announced a new partnership with Pasifika Sanitary Products to deliver locally made sanitary care solutions to Samoa. Ah Liki Wholesale will be the exclusive distributor in Samoa, ensuring that these products reach supermark...

NEOC Reassures Samoa’s Fuel Supply Remains Secure

Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) today reassured the public that Samoa’s fuel supply remains secure, with scheduled shipments continuing as planned. The country remains under Amber Level Alert and should conditions continue to improve, the Disaster Advisory Committee (DAC) may recommend a return to Green Level for Cabinet consideration and approval. Current Fuel Status…...

NEOC Reassures Samoa's Fuel Supply Remains Secure - Talamua Online Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) today reassured the public that Samoa’s fuel supply remains secure, with scheduled shipments continuing as planned. The country remains under Amber Level Alert and should conditions continue to improve, the Disaster A...

Government Education Grant abused and not audited for 8 years
Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – The funds available through the One Government Grant (OGG) set up to assist schools, have been abused, misspent and some school principals now face court cases over the alleged theft of the funds.

Government Education Grant abused and not audited for 8 years - Talamua Online Apia, SAMOA – 17 June 2026 – The funds available through the One Government Grant (OGG) set up to assist schools, have been abused, misspent and some school principals now face court cases over the alleged theft of the funds. This was revealed by the Minister of Education, Aiono Prof. Alec Ekero...

Samoa Hosts Pacific Education Leaders Conference for the First Time

By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA -16 June 2026 - Samoa is hosting this week a gathering of education leaders from across the Pacific marking the first time such a conference has taken place in Samoa. It is also the first gathering of the Core Executive of the Pacific Education Council meeting in Samoa. In opening the meeting, Prime Minister, La’aulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi Schmidt, emphasized the importance of investing in teachers as the country continues to face the shortage of teachers over the years....

Samoa Hosts Pacific Education Leaders Conference for the First Time - Talamua Online By Jeannie Penehuro/ Apia, SAMOA -16 June 2026 – Samoa is hosting this week a gathering of education leaders from across the Pacific marking the first time such a conference has taken place in Samoa. It is also the first gathering of the Core Executive of the Pacific Education Council meeting in S...