A statement from the AFP said Kershaw also reaffirmed the strong relationship between the two law enforcement agencies.
Last week Samoa Cabinet approved Commissioner Auapaau’s appointment from a list of seven highly qualified applicants.
Auapaau is a veteran law enforcer for 23 years.
His leadership resume includes managing District Operations in the Community complemented by his impressive performance to Command the Pacific Islands Police Contingent, (RAMSI) for four years in the Solomon Islands.
