U.S. Ambassador Udall and Ms Cooper made their first official visit to Samoa last week. Welcomed with a traditional ‘ava ceremony, they then had a busy and productive week with the Samoan people.
“Fa’afetai Samoa! Jill and I had an incredible first trip to Samoa. We love Samoa and its people, and are looking forward to coming back soon.” – U.S. Ambassador Udall.
Here is some of what they got up to while in Samoa…
‘Ava welcome ceremony:
Meeting Honorable Prime Minister Fiamē Naomi Mata’afa:
With Peace Corps Samoa:
At the American Corner:
Meeting Honorable Deputy Prime Minister Tuala:
Meeting Honorable Minister Faualo:
Welcome Reception:
Press Conference:
The Tiapapata Art Centre:
Thank-you team!
At the Markets:
At the Robert Louis Stevenson Museum:
The To-Sua trench:
A visit to Aga Reef Resort:
By U.S.Embassy Samoa | 16 August, 2022 | Categories: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Business, Education, Environment, Events, News | Tags: 'Ava welcome ceremony, Aga Reef Resort, American Corner, Deputy Prime Minister Tuala, Minister Faualo, Peace Corps Samoa, Prime Minister Fiamē Naomi Mata’afa, Samoa, U.S. Ambassador Udall