Canberra Australia

Australian Minister commends Samoa for new High Commission office in Canberra

Speaking at the opening of the office yesterday, Sen Fierravanti-Wells said the building is a symbol of the close partnership between the governments and peoples of Samoa and Australia.

“Of course, we are more than partners, we are friends,” she said.

“This opening is a celebration amongst friends – celebrating all that we have achieved together.”

She added that it is fitting that the complex has been completed in 2017 as September this year marks the 40th anniversary since the Australian High Commission first opened its doors in Samoa.

PM to open new Samoa High Commission in Canberra

Tuilaepa will then travel to New Caledonia for the 70th anniversary celebrations of the Pacific Community (SPC).

He will deliver the keynote address at the event.

The anniversary coincides with the 47th meeting of the Committee of Representatives of Governments and Administrations (CRGA47) and the 10th Conference of the Pacific Community, which is held every two years at a Ministerial level will run from 27th to 28th July, 2017.

Samoa’s Cabinet has approved for Prime Minister Tuilaepa to travel to Canberra and Noumea on 25 - 28 July 2017.