UK in Samoa

18/06/2026

Pride, heritage and an unmistakable spirit, Scotland’s football story goes beyond the pitch.

Scotland returns to the global stage, carrying a legacy that began in 1872.

Let’s go Scotland!

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18/06/2026

📣 WHAT A START! ⚽🇬🇧

​From London to Apia, the beautiful game brings us all together! What an incredible way to kick off with a sensational 4–2 win against Croatia.

​The energy was unmatched, the goals were clinical, and the statement has been made. 🦁🦁

​It’s coming home! 😁🤞🏆⚽🇬🇧

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18/06/2026

🇬🇧🇼🇸 Hosting Friends from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿✨

​The British High Commissioner was delighted to host a reception welcoming a delegation of Scottish cultural, educational, and heritage experts to Samoa!

​In collaboration with the Tiapapata Art Centre, the evening was a wonderful opportunity to share knowledge, celebrate our unique histories, and strengthen cultural ties.

​Fa'afetai tele lava to everyone who joined us for a fantastic evening of exchange and connection! 🥂

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Tiapapata Art Centre Inc.

15/06/2026

🏉 Aana Rugby Tournament – Strengthening Partnerships Through Sport 🏉

The British High Commission was delighted to join communities, players and organisers at the Aana Rugby Tournament last Saturday — a fantastic celebration of rugby, faith, and aiga.

Events like these highlight the unique role rugby plays in bringing communities together and nurturing the next generation of Samoan talent.

“In rugby, as in our Christian faith, we’re reminded that we are strongest when we stand together — as one team, one aiga… We need new generations with the flair, passion, and power that have made your players famous throughout the world", said Mr. Andrew Nethercott, British High Commissioner.

The UK is committed to supporting Pacific priorities through partnerships that invest in people and opportunity. In Samoa, this includes backing grassroots sport, supporting pathways for young athletes, and working alongside local partners to help grow rugby from community level through to elite competition.

We are proud to play a small part in supporting the future of Samoan rugby — and to celebrate the enduring bonds between the UK and Samoa.

Fa’afetai lava to the organisers, sponsors and all the teams who made the day such a success. Congratulations to everyone who took part.

15/06/2026

15/06/2026

📚✨ Celebrating Creativity and Storytelling in Samoa ✨📚

It was a privilege for the British High Commissioner to take part in the 15th Annual Story Writing Competition hosted by the Samoa Observer . This remarkable event continues to inspire young writers and celebrate the power of storytelling across Samoa.

The High Commissioner was honoured to deliver the keynote address at the prize-giving ceremony, where he congratulated all participants for their creativity, dedication, and passion for the written word. As he shared:

“Stories are not just words on a page — they are powerful tools that shape how we think, feel, and connect with each other.”

He also had the pleasure of presenting prizes and gifts to the talented winners, recognising their outstanding achievements.

Events like this play a vital role in nurturing imagination, preserving culture, and encouraging the next generation of storytellers. The British High Commission is proud to support initiatives that promote education, creativity, and cultural expression.

👏 Congratulations to all the winners and participants – your stories truly inspire!

15/06/2026

⚽️🤝We’re proud to stand with our Commonwealth partners and wish each team the very best in the upcoming

From the Caribbean and the Americas to Africa, Europe and the Pacific, Commonwealth countries are ready for football's biggest stage.

We wish Australia, Canada, England, Ghana, Jamaica, New Zealand, Scotland and South Africa every success in the .

11/06/2026

The British High Commission remains committed to fostering sport as a platform for inclusion, development, and community engagement.

11/06/2026

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𝐔.𝐊. 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐔𝐄𝐒 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐒𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐀

By: Jasmine Netzler

The Minister of Health Va'aaoao Salumalo Alofipo recently met with British Commissioner to Samoa, H.E. Andrew Nethercott to discuss healthcare priorities and a way for the U.K. to best provide support to the nation’s medical workers.

In a social media post on their official page, the High Commission points out one of its joint partnership support assistance with the Australian government – financial assistance for a hematology analyzer.

“Knowing the worry Dengue causes local families, the UK—alongside our Australian partners—recently contributed WST 170,000 towards a vital new hematology analyzer to boost local diagnostic capabilities.”

The United Kingdom is no stranger to their contribution to the development of health worldwide and so remains a proud global partner in health.

“Our recent £850 million (3.1bn Tala) pledge to the Global Fund will continue to support critical HIV prevention and care across Samoa and the wider Pacific Islands.”

Gratitude was also articulated to Samoa’s healthcare workers.
“Thank you to all of Samoa's incredible healthcare workers. We are proud to stand with you!”

The Pathway to the Development for Samoa 2026/2027-2030/2031 was recently launched in Upolu and currently in Savai’i.

The plan will guide the way forward for Samoa and is made up of 5 strategic outcomes with the Key Strategic Outcome 1 being, Inclusive Social Development.

This strategy reflects the Government’s unwavering commitment to the health, education, cultural identity and overall well-being of its people.

“It recognises that sustainable development is inseparable from human capital development, and that a nation’s progress is measured not only by economic growth but by the quality of life experienced by every Samoan.”

This strategic outcome has two key priority areas and most relevant to the health of people is the first -public health and wellness with the expected outcomes being accessible quality health care and a healthy population.

Photo: British Embassy in Samoa

10/06/2026

🇬🇧🤝🇼🇸 Partnering for a Healthier Samoa

​It was great to meet with Samoa’s Minister for Health, Afioga Va'aaoao Salumalo Alofipo, to discuss healthcare priorities and how the UK can best support the nation's medical workers.

​Knowing the worry Dengue causes local families, the UK—alongside our Australian partners—recently contributed WST 170,000 towards a vital new hematology analyzer to boost local diagnostic capabilities. 🇦🇺

​The UK also remains a proud global partner in health. Our recent £850 million (3.1bn Tala) pledge to the Global Fund will continue to support critical HIV prevention and care across Samoa and the wider Pacific Islands. 🌍

​Thank you to all of Samoa's incredible healthcare workers. We are proud to stand with you! 💙

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