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Grand opening for Samoa's international gateway

Ambassador Wang Xuefeng of China expressed his appreciation to those who worked to ensure the completion of the airport upgrade.  [screenshot from Observer video]

Apia, SAMOA — Samoa has moved a step further to becoming the aviation hub of the South Pacific.

The new and improved Faleolo International Airport was officially declared open yesterday in a grand ceremony. 

The opening was attended by the Prime Minister, Tuilaepa Sa’ilele Malielegaoi, Cabinet Ministers, members of the diplomatic corp and local business community.

Tuilaepa said Samoa can be proud of its modern international airport, giving his thanks and appreciation to the government of the People’s Republic of China for funding the airport upgrade project.

He said the upgrade befits that of a modern international airport and it would mean more business space for tourism-related services which would improve visitor experience. 

The Prime Minister said the quality and scale of the project undertaken was in line with the government’s vision to create something that would serve Samoa well into 50 years.

“As envisioned by Government, these new terminal buildings will assist tourism growth in our country, in addition to boosting economic development through air transport facilitation and trade," he said.

“For those who will be using these new airport buildings, its longevity can only be assured through appropriate usage, care and maintenance. It is your Government’s hope that this upgrade project will meet our country’s airport needs for the next 50 years.”

In his remarks, Ambassador Wang Xuefeng of China expressed his appreciation to those who worked to ensure the completion of the airport upgrade.

“Today (yesterday) we witness with our own eyes the completion of the grand new project of the new international airport with the unique Polynesia style. We can’t help marveling at the miracle that was achieved in two years. I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation and admiration to all those who have made this miracle possible."

Read more at Samoa Observer