A ground breaking ceremony has been held to kick off construction works for TE SubCom's depot on the main wharf at Apia.
The Prime Minister, Tuila'epa Sa'ilele Malielegaoi said the international undersea communication technology firm has set up in Samoa because of many benefits provided including political stability.
In a speech at the ceremony he outlined some of the benefits for Samoa.
"The creation of jobs for Samoan staff at the depot, additional employment for stevedoring companies supporting the cable ships," Tuilaepa said.
