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FIFTY-SEVEN NEW COMMUNITY PROJECTS FUNDED UNDER THE SMALL GRANTS PROGRAMME
Government of Samoa
[PRESS RELEASE 18 December 2025 Apia, SAMOA] – The latest round of funding from the Small Grants Programme (SGP) – funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) – will now...
“COUNTERFEIT BANKNOTE WARNING: CBS ADVISES PUBLIC TO STAY ALERT”
Government of Samoa
[PRESS RELEASE] – The Central Bank of Samoa (CBS) has been made aware of media reports circulating regarding alleged counterfeit banknotes currently being used in Samoa.
P.M. CONGRATULATES OPETAIA FOR RETAINING THE IBF CRUISERWEIGHT WORLD TITLE. 5th December 2025.
Government of Samoa
Fa’afetai Jai Opetaia Fa’afetai i lou finau mo mea lelei aua le tapuaiga a lou atunu’u. Fa’afetai i lou loto nu’u i le avea o oe ma lupe faalele a Samoa ile fa’agatama faapolofesa o faipeleaga.
J-Star Holding Partners with Patriot Green Energy Technology for Made-In-USA Solid-State Battery Solutions
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
TAICHUNG CITY, Taiwan, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: YMAT) (“J-Star” or the “Company”), today announced it has formed a strategic partnership with Patriot Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (“PSSB”), a leading...
Members adopt rules of procedure at first Fisheries Subsidies Committee meeting
World Trade Organization
The Committee adopted its rules of procedure, the template for its annotated draft agenda of meetings, and a decision on the electronic submissions of members' notifications.
CBS CONTINUES TO PRIORITISE THE REDUCTION OF HIGH EXCESS LIQUIDITY IN THE FINANCIAL SYSTEM
Government of Samoa
[PRESS RELEASE- Thursday, 4th December 2025]: At its meeting on the 3rd of December 2025, the Central Bank of Samoa (CBS) Board of Directors approved the continuation of the current Central Bank’s monetary policy stance for fiscal year 2025/2026....
PACIFIC ADOPTION OF WASTE-TO-ENERGY SOLUTIONS (PAWES) PROJECT LAUNCHED AT NUS.
Government of Samoa
[PRESS RELEASE, 01/12/2025] – The National University of Samoa launched the Pacific Adoption of Waste-to-Energy Solutions (PAWES) Project, including its Waste-to-Energy (WtE) initiative, at a ceremony held on campus today, 1 December.
TRIPS Council considers technology transfer, digitalization and non-violation complaints
World Trade Organization
Discussions at the meeting saw a high level of engagement.
Phemex launches $6 million, multi-venue festival to celebrate its 6th anniversary
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
APIA, Samoa, Nov. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phemex, a user-first crypto exchange, announces a month-long anniversary campaign featuring $6 million in rewards, running from November 19 to December 19, 2025. The celebration follows a milestone...
UNITAR Training Upskills Leaders in Disaster Risk Reduction with Insights from Pacific and Japanese Experiences
UN International Training and Research Center
Online Global Track Phase II was divided into two tracks to maximize learning opportunities for participants: an online global track and an in-person Pacific track.
Future with U: Phemex celebrates its 6th anniversary with 66% user growth and shared vision
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
APIA, SAMOA, Nov. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phemex, a user-first crypto exchange, celebrates its 6th anniversary with the campaign theme "Future With U". The milestone follows a defining year of transformation—from a full-scale rebrand to...
Phemex unveils new brand identity: A forward-thinking evolution for a user-first future
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
APIA, Samoa, Nov. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phemex today announced the completion of its full rebrand, unveiling a renewed identity and positioning as “A User-First Crypto Exchange.” This transformation marks a new chapter in the company’s...
Phemex introduces refreshed logo and platform design, ushering in a new brand era
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
APIA, Samoa, Nov. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phemex, one of the most efficient crypto exchanges, unveiled a refreshed logo and upgraded platform design, marking the beginning of its broader rebranding journey.
THEME “E TETELE A PESEGA AE MATUA I LE OO- CELEBRATING RESILIENCE AND INNOVATION IN TIMES OF ADVERSITY
Government of Samoa
[PRESS RELEASE Apia Samoa Oct 30th, 2025] – The National University of Samoa officially opened the 10th Measina Conference 2025. The conference commenced with an official ‘ava o le feiloa‘iga ceremony, acknowledging the sacred protocols of Samoa...
Fish Fund extends deadline of second Call for Proposals to 8 May
World Trade Organization
The second Call for Proposals opened on 2 February 2026 and is open to all developing and least-developed WTO members that have deposited their instruments of acceptance of the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies.
SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT – 31 October 2025
Government of Samoa
[GOVT PRESS SECRETARIAT PRESS RELEASE] – The Chief Executive Officer of the Ministry of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (MPMC) is setting the record straight in response to a front page article of the Samoa Observer of Friday, 31 October 2025...
200 SAMOAN WOMEN TO RECEIVE FREE DRIVING AND EV AWARENESS TRAINING
Government of Samoa
[PRESS RELEASE 15 October 2025 Apia, Samoa] – The Women’s Driving License Programme was officially launched on Friday, 10 October, offering free driving lessons to 200 women across Samoa, together with an Electric Vehicle (EV) awareness course....
NUS HOSTS REGIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL DELEGATION FOR EU-FUNDED AGRI-TOURISM PROJECT – (Oct 10th, 2025)
Government of Samoa
[PRESS RELEASE Apia, Samoa] – The National University of Samoa welcomes a visiting delegation from Slovakia, Italy, Vanuatu and Fiji today as part of an ongoing EU funded research project on Agritourism Research Project.
J-Star Holding Announces Return of Jonathan Chiang as Chief Executive Officer
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
TAICHUNG CITY, Taiwan, April 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: YMAT) (“J-Star” or the “Company”), a leading provider of innovative carbon fiber and composite solutions serving diverse applications including personal...
ATTORNEY GENERAL SU’A ADDRESSES LAW SOCIETY’S PRESS STATEMENT. – 3rd October 2025
Government of Samoa
[PRESS RELEASE]- I fully respect the role of the Samoa Law Society in advocating for the rule of law. However, I respectfully assure the members of the Samoa Law Society that the Honourable Prime Minister, Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Fosi...
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