AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWater Security: Samoa is being urged to start conserving water now after forecasts point to below-average rainfall over the next six months, with higher temperatures raising the risk of drought, lower river flows and groundwater, and knock-on pressure for drinking water, agriculture and hydropower. Labour & Skills: A new Samoa business survey says employers are feeling a growing labour squeeze, with 47% of firms reporting staff losses to overseas labour mobility schemes, pushing calls for stronger local skills training and better workforce planning. Land for Exports: About 10,000 acres of STEC land at Faleolo have been handed to the Ministry of Lands and Survey, while 3,000 acres are being reallocated for agricultural business development via the Samoa Export Authority to boost production and jobs. Agriculture Resilience: USP researchers are developing climate-smart taro tools and upgrading farming models to help farmers protect soil health and keep yields steady as drought, flooding and saltwater intrusion intensify. Aviation & Tourism Infrastructure: Faleolo International Airport’s new apron and aerobridges mark a major upgrade aimed at improving travel quality—key for a tourism-dependent economy. Public Service Leadership: MNRE CEO Lealaisalanoa Frances Brown Reupena has resigned, ending 20 years in Samoa’s public service. Rugby Focus: Samoa Rugby Union says World Cup qualification is the top priority as it works to improve Manu Samoa 15s rankings.
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