Samoa’s Strategic Engagements at PIFLM55 in Palau

As part of Samoa’s participation in the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM55), the Head of Delegation, the Hon. Deputy Prime Minister, commenced a series of strategic bilateral engagements with key international partners.

These engagements included productive discussions with government representatives of New Zealand, Chile, Spain, Japan, Singapore, United Kingdom, Canada, European Union and China.

The Deputy Prime Minister with New Zealands Miniter of Foreign Affairs, Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters.

Across all bilateral meetings, leaders reaffirmed the importance of the longstanding relationships between our governments, built on mutual respect, trust, and a shared commitment to regional cooperation.

Discussions highlighted continued support for respective national development priorities and collective regional aspirations under the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.

Samoa remains firmly committed to advancing its national priorities while working alongside regional and international partners to strengthen unity, peace, security, resilience, and the sustainable implementation of Pacific-led development initiatives for the benefit of current and future generations.