emergency response
Apia, SAMOA — (February 24, 2026) This week marks the concluding phase of an important Subject Matter Expert Exchange between the Samoa Fire and Emergency Services Authority (SFESA) and the Nevada National Guard, coordinated by the U.S. Embassy in Apia.
Commencing on February 18 and set to...

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