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The overall objective of the project is to assist the Government of Samoa in its effort to support the relocation and rehabilitation of communities living in the Island of Upolu affected by the tsunami of September 29, 2009 through the provision of improved infrastructure access to relocation sites enhanced transport infrastructure and assistance to local communities to address future natural disasters.

At its sixty-second session, in July 2011, MEPC approved amendments to MARPOL Annexes I, II, IV, V and VI which will institutionalize regional arrangements for port reception facilities in unique circumstances

Good quality water or potable water is water that is clear, colourless and with pleasant taste and odour. It must not contain any substance, organism, chemical or radioactive materials and/or concentration which could endanger the consumers at all times. To prevent waterborne diseases, access to safe water that meets regulatory standards is most protective of public health. These drinking water quality standards were prepared by the Samoa Drinking-water Standards Task Force which includes members of various government departments and organisations.