AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoChild Labour Reality Check: A new ILO-backed rapid assessment says Samoa has at least 135 child vendors aged 5–16 spotted in surveys, with the real number likely higher—after years of talk, the Child Labour Unit says it will use the data to build a national action plan. Tax & Payments Upgrade: Samoa has upgraded its $5m Tax Invoice Monitoring System (TIMS) to tighten tax compliance, and launched “Samoa Payments” to help local businesses accept online credit card payments. Cyber & Integrity Moves: Samoa Police highlighted integrity steps like drug testing for senior management, while a separate cyber-attack story elsewhere shows why preparedness matters. Crypto Watch: Phemex pushed pre-IPO futures and published monthly proof of reserves, while the wider week also flagged ongoing scam risks. Sports & Culture: Japan suspended Eddie Jones after abuse of match officials; Samoa’s Ne’i Galo school festival is set for May 14 in Savai’i.
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