Government ministries are meeting with the incoming administration at Maota o Samoa, Vaitele. The Samoa Observer remains barred, with security reinforcing the ban on photos and videos — even from outside the compound. Video: Junior S Ami / Samoa Observer | Samoa Observer

Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt has declared his support for Israel. He reflected on his own journey of visiting the country and being baptised in the River Jordan. | Samoa Observer

328K views · 4.8K reactions | The swearing-in ceremony for members of parliament and cabinet ministers has begun at the Multipurpose Gym in Tuanaimato. The stands are filled with FAST supporters. Loud cheers rang in as members-elect of the FAST party made their way into the Gym. | Samoa Observer | Facebook