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8 06 <strong>June</strong> 2016 Samoa News Australia Samoa Newspaper 2 Samoa’s Economic Integration Task Force By Nanai Laveitiga Tuiletufuga “It’s time for action,” is the bold dare issued by the Minister of Trade and Commerce, Lautafi Fio Selafi Purcell to the 2Samoa’s Economic Integration Task Force. “I am hoping to see action by the task force to realize an economic arrangement to facilitate trade and economic development between the two Samoa’s,” Lautafi elaborated in his address to open the 4th meeting of the Two Samoa’s Economic Integration Initiative held at the Tanoa Tusitala Hotel Monday this week. “I am very, very hopeful, that the meeting will realize an economic arrangement between our two countries, so that we can start on something, rather than more talks “We cannot expect sustained opportunities at the international level when the opportunities between our own two countries have yet to be fully realized. ”I am very hopeful that your meeting today will finalize an economic arrangement for our 2 countries so that we can start on something rather than talks and more talks. Leave the talking to us politicians, that’s our specialties. “I believe the time for talks are over. It is now time for action.” “Leave the talk to the politicians – that is their specialty, senior officials take action and I challenge you to do that in this forum. “The Samoa government is committed to an economic arrangement that will create jobs, improve and facilitate transport, provide in- Furniture Paradise Massive sale 50% discount vestment, grow tourism, and even sharing opportunities in education and health as key social drivers in our economies.” The Two Samoa’s Economic Integration Initiative was created by the American Samoa Governor and Samoa’s Prime Minister in 2012 and tasked the officials from the two Samoa’s to work towards a trade or economic agreement that will be mutually beneficial to both countries. Since the inter- Samoa Task Force was established two years ago, there has been some progress. Said Director of Commence in American Samoa, Fuiavailili Teniseli Lafaele; “To date, American Samoa is compiling the legal framework for the free trade document. “The first draft of the propose agreement is done with the inter-Samoa Task Force back on track to review and hopefully finalized a binding agreement. “Our Attorney General’s Office is looking into grey areas to ensure that the framework will remove any legal impediments from the US Department of the Interior which will delay the trade agreement from becoming a reality.” He added that there is a sense of urgency as American Samoa is in the election mode with the territorial elections for Governor, House of Representatives and Congressional Representative scheduled in November. “So it’s very important that we produce some solid results, or at least a solid framework for the next government to push our economic integration agenda forward,” he added. Details of the draft document have not been made public yet and remain under wraps until both the Samoa and American Samoa Governments are ready to proceed. But trade between the two countries will never reach its full potential unless there is a binding document, insisted Lautafi. “The absence of a free trade agreement coupled with US federal laws had prevented a realistic free trade pact between us and American Samoa. “Rather than continuing to talk it’s time to put the discussions into actions. “A free trade pact will open up the gateway to the US market for the two Samoas.” And President of Samoa Manufacturers and Exporters Association, Tagaloa Eddie Wilson agrees. “There is astronomical potential for a joint venture with American Samoa to produce value added products for the US market,” said Tagaloa who is the General Manager of Wilex Samoa. “We are now sending agro products to the US in bulk but there are opportunities to make the finished product either here or in Apia to sell to the US. “This would take advantage of American Samoa’s duty free status with the US. “It’s not just to improve trade and will encourage inter Samoa business development.” If all goes well, the 2 Samoas Free Trade Agreement is anticipated to be signed and sealed before the end of the year. 850 Woodville Road, Villawood, NSW 2163 Ph : 02 9725 6422 / Fax : 02 9725 6466 / Mobile : 0404 011 883
Australia Samoa Newspaper 06 <strong>June</strong> 2016 9 Survivor TV Series back on Samoan soil Written by Nanai Laveitiga Tuiletufuga - Savali Newspaper Prime Minister Tuilaepa Lupesoliai Sailele Malielegaoi is elated with the return of top-rated reality TV show Survivor to film another episode for the fifth time in Samoa. “We are humbled to have been chosen by Survivor again for the Australian series,” said the Prime Minister in a press statement. “In many ways, it was the perfect decision, with existing infrastructure that we can build on from previous seasons and having staff on the ground with solid experience to guarantee a smooth and efficient production. “But despite having hosted such a global television phenomenon, we have managed to preserve the beauty and untouched nature of our surroundings which is testament to our commitment and love for our country and its pristine environment.” In an exclusive interview with this publication, the Prime Minister says that Survivor’s return to Samoa represents huge opportunities for global exposure. “It’s a huge injection to our international profile as the perfect tourism destination. “The images of our landscape, our welcoming way of life and as a God-fearing people will be televised to millions and I am sure it will certainly attract new tourists to visit our land of beauty. “Let us not forget, the fresh tourism revenues that our vegetable farmers, our handicraft industry, the authentic Samoan elei, even taxi drivers and many more will reap from the new tourists. “It’s new money for our tourism operators. Now who can argue with that? “I am also pleased to hear that the Survivor has also retained the services of Samoa Helicopters Ltd, a locally registered company to assist them with their filming needs. “Having a helicopter service to fly tourists to our scenic spots is another bonus to attract overseas guests to our islands.” In announcing Samoa as the location for the acclaimed reality TV show Survivor for the fifth time, with Channel TEN, the producers noted that the location was once again chosen for its rugged beauty and remoteness for the 2016 Australian season. According to TEN Chief Programming Officer, Beverley McGarvey, Samoa was chosen for its “beautiful, remote, challenging and dramatic settings”. A reported 15,000 Australians auditioned to be part of the series. Twenty-four Australians have been cast where they will compete in various challenges while marooned in a secret location with only the most basic instruments to survive. One by one tribe members will vote out fellow competitors until one remains to be declared the winner of the series. The show will be hosted by Australian celebrity Jonathan LaPaglia.
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