AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEducation Tech: Samoa has launched the Samoa Education Management Information System (SEMIS), a new platform meant to give officials real-time data on students, teachers, and schools—aiming to improve planning, accountability, and learning outcomes. Youth & Policy: At a UN Common Country Analysis youth consultation in Apia, more than 100 young people pushed for better jobs, stronger mental health support, improved education and skills, and more say in decisions—especially around access to digital technology. Health Research: Indigenous health leaders are calling for Pacific participation in precision medicine studies, warning that without inclusion, existing health gaps could widen. Ocean Protection: UNICEF Pacific Ambassador Moemoana Schwenke urged Pacific Islanders to oppose deep-sea mining, saying it threatens ecosystems and cultural ties to the Moana. Government Appointments: Cabinet approved new CEO roles, including Vaelua Sonny Brown as CEO of Samoa Shipping Corporation. Digital Payments: BSP Cook Islands rolled out upgraded 4G EFTPoS terminals to speed up transactions, with further upgrades planned across the Pacific.
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