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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Senators’ concerns about the growing number of Asians selling fruits and vegetables at roadside markets and stalls, especially on the westside of Tutuila, were discussed at length in a hearing of the Senate Agriculture Committee Tuesday morning, Jan. 16, 2024.
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![Asian-operated roadside stall at Faleniu selling fruits, vegetables and other produce like bananas, taro and coconuts. Stopping Asians from operating the roadside stalls was the focus of a Senate hearing on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. The hearing brought to light the complications the government would face if it moves to stop Asians from operating such stalls — with charges of discrimination being a major issue, and possibly local residents themselves breaking the law. [photo: Asi A. Fa’asau] Asian-operated roadside stall at Faleniu](https://samoanews.com/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/field/image/roadside_stand_img_5088.jpg?itok=Vki5xACF)