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Samoa Police Boost Independence Security with Australian Radio Donation

Samoa Police Boost Independence Security with Australian Radio Donation

From Samoa Global News · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services received 100 portable radios and accessories valued at approximately $200,000 talā from the Australian Federal Police (AFP).
  • The donation, made through the Samoa Australia Police Partnership (SAPP), aims to enhance operational policing, coordination, and communication for the upcoming Independence Celebrations.
  • This assistance is expected to strengthen frontline communication and operational coordination, ensuring public safety and security during the national event.

The Samoa Police, Prisons & Corrections Services expresses its profound gratitude for the ongoing support from the Australian Federal Police (AFP), a partnership that continues to bolster our capabilities.

The recent donation of 100 portable radios and accessories, valued at approximately $200,000 talā, through the Samoa Australia Police Partnership (SAPP), is a timely and crucial contribution. These radios will significantly enhance our operational policing, coordination, and communication efforts as we prepare for the upcoming Independence Celebrations.

This timely assistance will significantly strengthen frontline communication capabilities and operational coordination to help ensure the safety and security of the public during the Independence celebrations.

— Leiataua Samuelu AfamasagaActing Commissioner Leiataua Samuelu Afamasaga on the impact of the donated radios.

Acting Commissioner Leiataua Samuelu Afamasaga officially received the equipment from AFP Senior Responsible Officer Superintendent Simon Penny. This assistance directly addresses our need for strengthened frontline communication, ensuring seamless operational coordination to uphold the safety and security of all citizens during this important national event.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the AFP for their unwavering commitment and continued partnership. Their support is instrumental in strengthening our policing capabilities and ensuring the success of national events. Together, we are working towards a safer Samoa.

Working together for a safer Samoa.

— AFPSlogan reflecting the partnership between AFP and Samoa Police.
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Originally published by Samoa Global News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.