The U.S. Embassy is proud to collaborate with the Ministry of Police, Prisons and Corrections to host a groundbreaking Law Enforcement Mental Health Wellness seminar for Samoa’s police and corrections officers from October 23 – 26. This seminar is facilitated by the U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations (OSI) and is designed to provide …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 26 October, 2023 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Air Force, Charge d'Affaires Noriko Horiuchi, Ministry of Police, Noriko Horiuchi, Prisons and Corrections, U.S. Office of Special Investigations
Stepping foot on Samoan soil always invokes a sense of familiarity, nostalgia, and excitement for all that awaits. Ambassador Tom Udall and Ms. Jill Cooper had the privilege of visiting Samoa for the third time, “I can confidently say that each visit only deepens my love and appreciation for this breathtaking island nation. From engaging …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 31 July, 2023 | Categories: Ambassador, Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Ambassador Udall
The Second Gentleman of the United States, Mr. Douglas Emhoff landed in Samoa on July 24. The Government of Samoa welcomed him and greeting him at the Faleolo International Airport was Associate Minister of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT), Manuleleua Paletasala Tovale, Henry Tunupopo, MFAT Acting Chief Executive Officer, and Miriama Betham-Malielegaoi MFAT Chief of Protocol. The …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 25 July, 2023 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Biden-Harris Administration, Prime Minister, Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff
On Tuesday, July 11, Peace Corps Samoa welcomed its second group of volunteer trainees since the 2020 Global Evacuation due to COVID 19. The 11 trainees, who arrived in Samoa on Monday, were welcomed with a traditional ava ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Culture (MESC). Peace Corps Volunteers in Samoa work …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 11 July, 2023 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Peace Corps
Apia, Samoa – The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Pacific American Fund, has awarded US$532,608.43 to Adventist Disaster Relief Agency (ADRA) Samoa to support vulnerable families to reduce vulnerabilities to climate change and promote resilience, economic growth and the safety and well-being of women and children in Samoa. ADRA Samoa will work …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 9 June, 2023 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Samoa, United States Agency for International Development, USAID
The United States Training Ship Golden Bear (TS Golden Bear) has donated navigation and communication equipment to the National University of Samoa, School of Maritime, as part of the ongoing cooperation between the United States and Samoa in the field of maritime security and education. The equipment includes life rafts, fire hose, life jackets, laptops, …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 8 June, 2023 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Golden Bear, NUS School of Maritime
PRESS STATEMENT ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE MAY 31, 2023 On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of the Independent State of Samoa on your 61st anniversary of independence on June 1. The United States deeply values our strong partnership with Samoa, underpinned by our common values and shared …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 1 June, 2023 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Samoa Independence Day
“It is an honor for the U.S. Embassy to be part of this cleaning and greening project for the district of Falealii 2, this is a living example of one constituency coming together to do their part to address the climate effects Samoa faces.” said Chargé Yoo. Chargé d’Affaires Jonathan Lee Yoo had the privilege …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 21 December, 2021 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, Environment, News, U.S. & Samoa | Tags: Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment Samoa, Public Diplomacy Small Grants Scheme, Salani Bright Horizons In, Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme, SPREP, U.S. Department of State, UK in Samoa
U.S. Embassy Apia, in partnership with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), hosted a virtual event with American astronaut Christina Koch on July 16. The event included 100 students ages 10 – 16 from Vaiala Beach School, Manumalo Baptist School, Samoa Primary School, Faatuatua Christian College, Le Amosa Preparatory School, Pesega College, Adventist School, …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 22 July, 2021 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Astronaut Christina Koch, NASA
U.S. Embassy Apia was thrilled to host a screening of Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon at the American Corner. After the film, participants were also treated to a Masterclass in which the film’s writers and creators shared stories about their experiences bringing the film to life. The day was filled with laughter and excitement …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 2 July, 2021 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Raya and the Last Dragon
U.S. Embassy Apia congratulates representatives from the Ministry of Commerce Industry and Labour for their successful participation in the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). On June 28, Chargé d’Affaires Jonathan Lee Yoo presented Charity Malaga, Camelita Tautunu, and Faanuu Lameko with certificates of completion recognizing their participation in an IVLP exchange …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 29 June, 2021 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: International Visitor Leadership Program, IVLP
U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Jonathan Lee Yoo had the pleasure of giving remarks at the USAID REACH Project completion event held on June 24. In partnership with Caritas Samoa, the USAID REACH project increased community resilience and strengthened emergency response capacity in Samoan villages. “Immense, lasting benefits come from building communities and ensuring that a …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 24 June, 2021 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: REACH
In May, U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Jonathan Lee Yoo was welcomed by the community of Moamoa Fou celebrating the opening of the newly installed water tank through a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Moamoa Fou was one of the villages targeted under the USAID – US Agency for International Development REACH Project. Over 460 people in the area received educational sessions and a supply of …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 17 June, 2021 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: Moamoa Fou, REACH, USAID
This year’s Earth Day theme is “Restore the Earth.” Together we can make our world a welcoming, healthy place for all people. “Restore Our Earth”…for everyone. We’re all in this together. Nations are joining forces to cut emissions. At the Leaders Summit on Climate April 22 – 23, we’re raising global climate ambition. Yes, that’s …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 27 April, 2021 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News | Tags: Climate Change, Earth Day, Restoreourearth
Chargé d’Affaires Jon Yoo presented completion certificates September 30 to participants who successfully completed the Project Management Practice course supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The course is part of the USAID Ready Project’s partnership with the University of the South Pacific/Pacific TAFE to help Pacific Island countries become more resilient …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 7 October, 2020 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, Education, News, Success Stories
The U.S. Mission to Samoa honored six organizations and two individuals at a September 10 awards ceremony at the U.S. Embassy Residence in Vailima. The organizations received funding from the Embassy’s 2020 Public Diplomacy Grants program, while the individuals will be participating in U.S. Exchange Programs, such as the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Program. I. Public …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 7 October, 2020 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Success Stories, U.S. & Samoa
July 4th has always been an event we looked forward to each year. Hosting numerous guests to celebrate one of the greatest days in American History, a day to honor those who served and continue to serve for the freedom that we have come to enjoy for 244 years. Despite this year being a little …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 12 August, 2020 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: July 4th 2020, Spirit of American
The Magiagi Primary School rugby teams will be hitting the field in style the rest of the season in new rugby jerseys direct from the USA. On behalf of Ambassador Scott Brown, U.S. Embassy Apia Charge d’Affaires, Tony Greubel presented the new jerseys to Principal Katalaina and both the junior and senior boys rugby teams. …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 31 August, 2018 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, Sports Diplomacy, U.S. & Samoa, Youth Diplomacy | Tags: Rugby
Press Release, U.S. Embassy Apia, November 2, 2017. The U.S. Embassy hosted a special handover ceremony at the American Corner (second floor of Nelson Memorial Library) with the presentation of new computers, educational and learning materials, furniture and décor, as well as another year of free internet for all students of Samoa. U.S. Embassy Chargé …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 3 November, 2017 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News | Tags: American Corner, décor, educational and learning materials, furniture, new computers
Two time Olympic Gold Medalist and USA Basketball Female of the Year, Ms. Ruthie Bolton has arrived in Apia, greeted by Chargè d’Affaires Tony Greubel and Samoa Institute of Sport team to begin a full week of basketball clinics, public speaking and a tour of Samoa. On the first day, Ruthie visited Leififi College and …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 25 October, 2017 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Sports Diplomacy, Youth Diplomacy | Tags: Chargè d'Affaires Tony Greubel, Olympic Gold Medalist, Ruthie Bolton, SASNOC, USA Basketball, USA Basketball Female of the Yea
This week Nobesity Samoa launched its “Sugar Crush Week” – one of the eight projects funded through U.S. Embassy Apia’s 2016 Public Diplomacy Small Grants scheme. The aim of the partnership between Nobesity Samoa and U.S. Embassy is directed at using approaches and methodologies already used by Nobesity Samoa but at a wider scale. …
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By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 19 January, 2017 | Categories: Chargé D’Affaires, Child and Family Matters, Education, News, U.S. & Samoa | Tags: Ambassador Gilbert, Chargé d’ Affaires Ms. Angelina Wilkinson, Nobesity Samoa, Samoa
