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Bill passes first reading without debate

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By Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo 10 March 2026, 7:00PM

The District Development Bill 2026 passed its first reading in Parliament on Tuesday without debate, raising concerns from members of the opposition, including former Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mataʻafa, about the parliamentary process.

By Sulamanaia Manaui Faulalo 10 March 2026, 7:00PM

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