Matt Davis will be interviewing Dr. Iati Iati about the forthcoming Samoan General Election. Dr. Iati, an expert in Samoan elections, will be speaking from Wellington New Zealand.
In the heart of the vast blue Pacific lies a nation of extraordinary beauty, proud heritage, and unstoppable spirit. This is Samoa, a land where ancient traditions meet modern dreams.
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Two main islands, just over 200,000 people, with one voice. a voice that echoes through time. From the lava-carved mountains of Upolu to the wide sands of Tsavai'i, a voice that rises in unity, in song, and in democracy.
Samoa's Path to Independence
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Independent since 1962, Samoa was the first Pacific island nation to shake off colonial rule and stand proud on the world stage.
Fa'a Samoa: Cultural Foundations
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It's a country where family is everything.
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Where the Fa'a Samoa, the Samoan Way, guides life with respect, dignity, and deep connection. And now in 2025, that voice speaks again.
The 2025 General Election: A Defining Moment
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A general election like no other, where every ballot cast shapes the course of this proud nation's future. Women and men from every village, every island, stepping forward with courage and conviction.
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This is not just politics. This is participation. This is progress. This is the power of the people. Because in Samoa, democracy is not just a system.
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It's a story. In 2025, that story continues. Samoa votes. The future awaits.