Your Excellency Dr. Trevor Matheson – NZ High Commissioner to Samoa,
Ladies & Gentlemen

On behalf of the Government of Samoa, it is a pleasure for me to be signing this Partnership
Agreement for the Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Aviation Security Screening
Equipment being donated by the Government and People of New Zealand and funded through
the Pacific Security Fund.

Please convey our sincerest appreciation to the Government of New Zealand for its continued
assistance and commitment to Samoa in the field of aviation and the enhancement of our efforts
to ensure the security of our borders. Today’s signing of this agreement further reaffirms the ties
of friendship that we enjoy.

I acknowledge the work and tireless efforts of the people behind the scenes to bring this to
completion. The installation of these new equipment will ensure Samoa’s continued compliance
with ICAO standards and best practice and it is a timely investment as Samoa prepares to host
the CHOGM meeting in 2024.

Once again, on behalf of the Government and people of Samoa, Faafetai tele to the Government
of New Zealand for its tremendous support and continuing assistance.
May we continue to work together in the spirit of trust and friendship. God Bless, Soifua ma ia
manuia!