The Latest Breaking News from Samoa

Man who went to every country in the world reveals most terrifying moments on trip

Henrik Jeppesen, from Denmark, travelled to every country in the world by the time he was 28, but has particularly strong memories of being in Samoa, North Korea and Liverpool

Daily Mirror · Sep 7, 2022

UFC 209: Tai Tuivasa's Samoan tattoo journey one of worst, and best, experiences of his life

As Tai Tuivasa prepares for the fight of his life against Ciryl Gane at UFC 209 in Paris, he reflects on his dual cultural influences.

ABC News · Sep 2, 2022

Samoa will be favourites against England at World Cup, Shaun Wane claims

The two sides meet in the tournament opener at St James’ Park

The Independent UK · Sep 2, 2022

Pacific aviation is struggling to take off after the pandemic – how can the ‘blue continent’ stay connected?

With Samoa fully reopening its borders on August 1, another Pacific country moved tentatively forwards after two years of border closures and little or no international tourism.

The Conversation · Aug 10, 2022

U.S. senior diplomat kicks off Pacific tour in Samoa

U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman met with Samoa's leader on Friday, discussing climate change, ocean security and opportunities to work together as Washington seeks to re-engage the region amid growing Chinese influence.

Reuters · Aug 4, 2022

Top U.S. diplomat to arrive in Pacific amid battle for influence with China

A senior U.S. diplomat will travel to Samoa on Thursday on a multi-leg trip to Pacific Island countries intended to demonstrate re-engagement by the United States with a region in which China has been extending its influence.

Reuters · Aug 4, 2022

The silver, the secret, and a baby named Birmingham: The emotional journey of Samoan weightlifter Vaipava Nevo Ioane

Vaipava Nevo Ioane left Samoa for Birmingham with the anxiety of leaving behind his heavily pregnant wife, and a secret he had kept from even his closest friends. Now the Commonwealth Games weightlifting silver medallist is on the brink of a new life journey.

ABC News · Aug 3, 2022

New Zealand to fund Samoa climate projects

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is in Apia for a two-day visit on the 60th anniversary of Samoan independence.

AAP · Aug 1, 2022

Ardern, Fiame toast NZ-Samoa friendship

Jacinda Ardern's visit to Samoa shows New Zealand's diplomacy of deep engagement in the Pacific, in contrast to recent assertive displays by greater powers.

AAP · Jul 31, 2022

After 865 days, Samoa reopens to tourists

After closing borders to international tourists in March 2020, the Pacific nation of Samoa is one of the last countries to open once more, on August 1.

AAP · Jul 31, 2022