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KEYNOTE ADDRESS by the Hon. Minister of Sports and Recreation, Laumatiamanu Ringo Mathew Purcell at the Lakapi Samoa – World Rugby Pacific Challenge 2024 Official Welcome 8 April 2024 – STA Fale Samoa.
SAMOA, April 7 - E muamua ona ou fa’atulou atu i le paia ma le mamalu ua aofaga potopoto i lenei taeao liu-ga-lua, i le sūsū i lau susuga i le ta’ita’i o le Sauniga; Afifio sui mamalu ole Kapeneta ole tatou Malo fa’apea sui mamalu ole Palemene o...
Owner: Samoan Government
Turning Trash into Treasure: Diverse Groups Participate in Innovative Plastic Repurposing Training in Tonga
In a recent initiative spearheaded by the Pacific Tourism Organisation(SPTO) through its Pacific Tourism Waste Action Initiatives (PTWAI), thirty-six participants from various community organisations, including Lavame’a T’a’e’iloa for Disable...
Mana College students embrace Tongan culture in a sports and cultural exchange
A group of 38 consisting of netball players and staff from Mana College visited Tonga on a sports and cultural exchange with Tonga Tourism and the Tonga Netball Association 27th September – 3rd October, 2023. The exchange was part of the vision of...
NZ Māori Tourism Shares Māori Culture With Tongan Delegation In A Cultural Exchange
A Tongan delegation led by the CEO of the Ministry of Tourism, Mr. Viliami Takau traveled to New Zealand on the 23rd – 30th August, 2023 organized by the NZ Māori Tourism. The ‘Māori-Tonga Cultural Exchange’ included visiting different Māori...
Heilala Festival 2023 – Tonga’s Royal Cultural Extravaganza Returns
The Ministry of Tourism (Kingdom of Tonga) in close collaboration with the Heilala Committee will be hosting the 43rd Annual Heilala Festival 2023 with the theme “Tonga My Kingdom” commencing on Monday 26th June – Friday 7th July at the Heilala...
KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY THE MINSITER OF EDUCATION, SPORTS AND CULTURE; HON. SEUULA IOANE AT THE APTC SAMOA GRADUATION 2023 – (16 March 2023)
SAMOA, March 16 - Rev. Seilala Luamanuvae Ministers of Cabinet Members of the Parliament Ms Claire McGeechan, Australian Deputy High Commissioner to Samoa Chief Executive Officers of Government Agencies and Private Sectors Nicki Baird, APTC...
Owner: Samoan Government
Pacific Earth Ovens – The Preserved Art of Ancient Cooking
As islanders, the people of the Pacific obtain their protein from the abundant fish in the Pacific Ocean. Along with fish, the Pacific is also renowned for its unique chicken, pork and beef dishes which are often accompanied with vegetable staples...
Labour Mobility Applicants – Interview and Fitness Assessment, 23rd and 24th August, 2022
Labour Mobility Applicants – Interview and Fitness Assessment, 23rd and 24th August, 2022 From: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Labour Mobility Unit Attention: SOLOMON ISLANDS / AUSTRALIA LABOUR MOBILITY APPLICANTS August 2021...
Owner: Solomonese Government
Superlative Sound: U.S. Pacific Fleet Band Shares Culture with Pacific Islands, Continues Proud Tradition
In 2024, the U.S. Pacific Fleet Band shared its music with 2.5 million people in nine countries and four Hawaiian Islands. Its 600 engagements included concerts for the community, performances for school children, official Navy events and...
Owner: American Government
Sautu Voyage - Historic Voyage by Uto ni Yalo Highlights Resilience and Ocean Protection
After nearly a week at sea, the Uto ni Yalo (UNY) arrived in Tonga for the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM53). SUVA, FIJI, September 9, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- After nearly a week at sea, the Uto ni Yalo (UNY) arrived in...
Pacific Partnership 2024-2 Concludes Second Mission Stop in Legazpi, Philippines
In a collaborative effort between Australia, Japan, the Philippines, Republic of Korea, Singapore, United Kingdom and the United States, PP24-2 participants held basic first aid workshops for 98 members of the community; taught health and music...
Owner: American Government
Pacific Partnership 2024 - 2 Concludes Second Mission Stop In Legazpi, Philippines
In a collaborative effort between Australia, Japan, Philippines, Republic of Korea, Singapore, United Kingdom and the United States, PP24-2 participants held basic first aid workshops for 98 members of the community, taught health and music...
Owner: American Government
PRESS RELEASE – The U.S. Embassy in Apia is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Lakapi Samoa for the U.S. Naval Academy Rugby Diplomacy Pacific Islands Tour
Apia, Samoa – The U.S. Embassy in Apia is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Lakapi Samoa for the U.S. Naval Academy Rugby Diplomacy Pacific Islands Tour taking place this weekend. The initiative aims to use the sport of rugby as a tool...
Owner: Samoan Government
Talking Wood Studio, Award winning artisan bowl maker expands internationally to 108 Countries
Talking Wood Studio today announced the international expansion of its online store as it continues its mission to adorn the world’s finest tables. CANTON, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Talking Wood Studio today...
PM SOGAVARE RECEIVED COURTESY CALL FROM COOK ISLANDS PM
Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare this morning has received a courtesy call from the Prime Minister of Cook Islands, honorable Mark Brown. PM Sogavare’s counterpart PM Brown will be in Honiara for three days to witness Cook Islands athletes...
Owner: Solomonese Government
USA Pickleball Unites With Nearly 30 Countries to Launch the Global Pickleball Federation
The GPF’s mission is to grow and promote pickleball internationally with integrity and purpose, from amateur to professional levels and to gain IOC recognition SURPRISE, AZ, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- USA Pickleball,...
The Global Pickleball Federation Announces Official Launch as the Unifying International Governing Body for Pickleball
The GPF’s mission is to grow and promote pickleball internationally with integrity and purpose, from amateur to professional levels and to gain IOC recognition. COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO, USA, November 3, 2023 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Global...