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Acknowledging the role of media in a democracy

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By The Editorial Board 19 May 2026, 9:00PM

It was heartwarming to see Prime Minister Laaulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt opening the World Press Freedom Day and Journalists Association of Samoa’s (JAWS) 50th anniversary celebration on Monday.

By The Editorial Board 19 May 2026, 9:00PM

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