Governor Togiola Tulafono at PLG meeting Saturday  in Rarotonga

 By Tupuola Terry Tavita

Governor Togiola Talalelei Tulafono of American Samoa extended best wishes to the Polynesian Leaders Group during its meeting at the Muri Beach Hotel, here in Rarotonga in the weekend.

“My term as governor legally comes to an end at the end of the year and under US laws I cannot run for office again,�? said Togiola.

“But I am very happy to have been a part of this exciting group at its early stages. I see tremendous potential for this group to bring positive development and changes to our Polynesian people, our respective Polynesian countries. I leave knowing that it is in very capable hands and I will make sure my successor will continue the support and momentum that we have managed to achieve, in whatever way I can influence it(successor).

“I’d like to thank the Forum chair for his guidance today and particularly Prime Minister Tuilaepa (Sailele Malielegaoi) for his drive and vision in pushing for this group to be established.�?

PLG chair and Cook Islands premier Henry Puna thanked Togiola for his support and contributions to the PLG.

American Samoa goes to the polls in November.

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