Samoa, the Region, & the UN
When did Samoa establish diplomatic relations with the United States?
1971
Samoa is part of what sub-region of Oceania?
Polynesia
What's the official name of Samoa?
Independent State of Samoa (known as Western Samoa until 1997)
What is one of the major sports of Samoa?
Rugby, cricket, and netball
What year was the United Nations founded?
1945
What year did Samoa declare independence and from what country?
New Zealand in 1961
What is the population? (closest answer wins)
194,320 people (2016 census)
What kind of governmental structure exists in Samoa?
parliamentary democracy
What is one of the largest exports of Samoa?
1) Coconut Oil ($6 million) 2) Non-fillet frozen fish ($4.89 million) 3) Insulated Wire ($3.36 million ) 4) Refined Petroleum ($3.14 million)
How many current members are in the United Nations?
193 Member States
What does SIDS stand for?
Small Island Developing States
What are Samoa's two official languages?
Samoan and English
Name one nation which Samoa has defensive ties?
New Zealand (this is required for any request of assistance since Samoa has no armed forces)
According to their constitution, what is their official religion?
Christianity
Define SDGs
1) Sustainable Development Goals
2) No poverty
Zero hunger
Good health and well-being
Quality Education
Gender equality
Clean water and sanitation
Affordable and clean energy
Decent work and economic growth
Industry, innovation and infrastructure
Reduced inequalities
Sustainable cities and economies
Responsible consumption and production
Climate action
Life below water
Life on land
Peace, justice and strong institutions
Partnership for the goals
When did Samoa join the United Nations?
1976
What is the name of Samoa's largest island?
What is Savai'i.
Who is the Prime Minister of Samoa?
Fiamē Naomi Mataʻafa
What is the name of the Samoan third gender reserved for those assigned male at birth that embody feminine and masculine traits.
Fa'afafine
Who are the five permanent members of the UN Security Council?
China, France, Russia, UK, and the US.
Surprise Question! What is the best girl scout cookie?
Samoas
What is Samoa's capital?
Apia
Name the branches of the Samoan government?
What is the national dish of Samoa?
Panipopo
What are 3 of the 6 main bodies of the United Nations?
General Assembly, Security Council, Economic & Social Council, Trusteeship Council, International Court of Justice, Secretariat.