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Opening Remarks by MNRE CEO Lealaisalanoa Frances Brown-Reupena at the Memorandum Signing Ceremony between the MNRE and Blue Orca New Zealand Ltd
Government of Samoa
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August 6, 2024
SAMOA, August 6 - Mr. Charles Kim (Managing Director of Samsung NZ) Joshua Milner (Blue Orca NZ) Welcome to this significant event marking a milestone for Samoa through our partnership with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and...
Lauga Autu a le Minisita o le Matagaluega o Tina ma Tamaitai Atinae o Afioaga ma Agafesootai le Afioga Hon. Mulipola Anarosa Ale Molioo i le ASO FAAPITOA MO TAMĀ 2024 mo Savaii.
Government of Samoa
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August 6, 2024
SAMOA, August 6 - O lea ua savei oloolo le seuga a tautaiali’i ae mapu i tuāvao manu sa fa’aolo. Lau susuga i le ta’ita’i o le sauniga, talitonu ua logo le lagi ma fa’afofoga le Tapaau Sili aua o lele ua e momoli laau i Foga’a ma faaleo le tatou...
Pacific Learners Complete Japan Study Tour on Early Warning Systems to Combat Disaster Risks
UN International Training and Research Center
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November 22, 2024
The Pacific learners began their studies on 11 November 2024 in Hiroshima, with a lecture at Hiroshima University on the effect of climate change in the form of tropical cyclones. They visited the Hiroshima City Torrential Rain Disaster Memorial...
Phemex introduces innovative features to enhance user experience
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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November 11, 2024
SAMALAE'ULU, Samoa, Nov. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phemex, a powerhouse in futures trading, reveals three groundbreaking features, setting a new standard in crypto efficiency with exclusive, customizable tools traders won't find anywhere else...
International Relations and Cooperation on South Africa participation Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
South African Government
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October 22, 2024
South Africa to participate in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Thandi Moraka, will lead a South African delegation to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting...
Statement by Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan at the UN General Assembly High-Level Meeting on Addressing the Threats Posed by Sea-Level Rise, 25 September 2024
Singapore Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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September 25, 2024
Mdm President, Excellencies, 1. A very good afternoon to everyone. Singapore aligns ourselves with the statement delivered by The Honourable Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa, Prime Minister of Samoa, that was delivered on behalf of AOSIS (Alliance of Small...
Joint Media Release – REAPing the benefits of creating early awareness of waste management and recovery in schools
Government of Samoa
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August 28, 2024
28 August 2024 Apia, Samoa – The REAP, or Recover-Enrich-Appreciate-Prosper education programme, and The Bag that Builds (TBTB) initiative, are two waste management and recovery programmes that were piloted in 12 local schools with funding from...
Press Release – Celebrating Youth in Conservation
Government of Samoa
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August 23, 2024
As Samoa celebrates National Youth Week, Conservation International would like to highlight the contributions of young leaders who are playing a crucial role in environmental conservation through citizen science. This week’s theme, “Youth at the...
PRESS RELEASE – Handover Ceremony of the Project for Construction Of Mental Health Facility of Goshen Trust Mental Health under JAPAN’S GRANT ASSISTANCE FOR GRASS-ROOTS HUMAN SECURITY PROJECTS (GGP)
Government of Samoa
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September 27, 2024
The Government of Japan, in collaboration with the Government of Samoa and Goshen Trust, celebrated a significant milestone today (18 September) with the official handover of a new double-storey mental health facility. The handover ceremony was...
IUGAFONO A LE KAPENETA [FK]- IANUARI MA LE AMATAGA O FEPUARI 2025
Government of Samoa
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February 6, 2025
1: TUUESEESEINA O LE MATAGALUEGA O TIUTE MA TUPE MAUA Ua faamaonia e le Kapeneta le tuueseeseina o le Matagaluega o Tiute ma Tupe Maua e avea ma Matagaluega e lua (2) a le Malo. O nei Matagaluega o le a aofia ai le; i. Matagaluega o Tiute ii....
THE SECRETARY-GENERAL PREPARED REMARKS FOR PRESS ENCOUNTER AT UN HOUSE
Government of Samoa
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August 23, 2024
Apia, Samoa 23rd August 2024 Talofa, I thank the government and people of Samoa for their warm welcome and exceptional hospitality. It is a privilege to visit this beautiful island. To experience its rich culture. And to witness both its immense...
ADB Appoints Emma Veve as Director General for Pacific
Asian Development Bank
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February 3, 2025
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (3 February 2025) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has appointed Emma Veve as Director General of its Pacific Department (PARD), where she will be responsible for the department’s vision and strategy in the subregion....
UK – Cyprus Joint Statement
High Commission of Cyprus in the UK
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December 18, 2024
(Scroll down for English) Κοινό Ανακοινωθέν Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου – Κύπρου Μετά τη συνάντηση μεταξύ του Προέδρου της Δημοκρατίας της Κύπρου Α.Ε. Νίκου Χριστοδουλίδη και του Βρετανού Πρωθυπουργού Rt Hon Sir Keir Starmer MP στη Λευκωσία στις 10...
MEDIA RELEASE – CHILDREN EMBRACE FARM TO TABLE PROJECT
Government of Samoa
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August 25, 2024
Eighteen (18) children survivors of violence ages 12 – 18 and cared for at the Campus of Hope shelter, are the founding members of the Gardening Club set up on Campus. There are 14 girls and 4 boys in the Gardening Club, under the oversight of the...
PRESS RELEASE – Welcoming our new Chargé d’Affaires to U.S. Embassy, Apia
Government of Samoa
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September 4, 2024
Apia, Samoa – U.S. Embassy Apia is thrilled to announce the appointment of Mr. Daniel Tarapacki, who officially began his role as Chargé d’Affaires on August 21. Dan’s arrival coincided with historic events, including the ordination of the new...
A SON OF SAVAII EARNS A PRESTIGIOUS AUSTRALIA AWARDS PACIFIC SCHOLARSHIP
Government of Samoa
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January 31, 2025
(PRESS RELEASE- 31st January 2025) – A son of Savaii has earned a highly competitive scholarship and is looking forward to furthering his studies overseas. Mr Alesana Alesana Ulusele, from the village of Faga, won a highly sought-after Australia...
PACIFIC AGRI-INNOVATIVE COMPETITION 2024
Solomon Islands Government
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September 3, 2024
PACIFIC AGRI-INNOVATIVE COMPETITION 2024 Championing Sustainable Agricultural Innovation The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), with generous funding from the European Union, is thrilled to announce the Pacific...
PRESS RELEASE – 170 Samoans graduate from APTC with Australian qualifications.
Government of Samoa
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August 19, 2024
One hundred seventy Samoans recently graduated from the Australia Pacific Training Coalition (APTC) with Australian-standard qualifications across 12 diverse courses. The ceremony, held at the National University of Samoa Gymnasium, celebrated the...
JOINT PRESS STATEMENT – PRF and SRWMA Convene Inaugural Grassroots Pacific Recyclers Meeting in Fiji
Government of Samoa
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August 1, 2024
1 Aug 2024: Pacific Recycling Foundation (PRF) and Samoa Recycling and Waste Management Association (SRWMA) are thrilled to announce the Inaugural Pacific Recyclers Meeting, set to take place at the Tanoa International Hotel in Nadi, Fiji, from...
FFA celebrates 45 years of regional cooperation
Solomon Islands Government
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August 8, 2024
FFA celebrates 45 years of regional cooperation Honiara, 9 August 2024 – The Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) marks its 45th anniversary today, celebrating decades of successful regional cooperation dedicated to the sustainable...