Why the Pacific is Reclaiming Science: Dr. Aiono Alec Ekeroma at the Inaugural Congress

Sāmoa is hosting the inaugural Pacific Academy of Sciences Congress, bringing together leading researchers and knowledge holders from across the region to strengthen Pacific-led science and collaboration. #PacificMornings spoke with Sāmoa’s Minister of Education and Culture Dr Aiono Alec Ekeroma about the significance of the Congress, building the next generation of Pacific scientists, and why strengthening regional research capacity is becoming increasingly important as global scientific partnerships evolve. #PacificScience #Sāmoa #PacificMornings #ScienceCongress #Education #PacificAcademyOfSciences #IndigenousKnowledge #STEM #RegionalCollaboration About Pacific Mornings and PMN News Pacific Mornings is the flagship morning news show on New Zealand radio station 531pi run by Pacific Media Network (PMN). The show is a product of PMN News and is dedicated to uplifting Pacific voices and telling stories that matter to Pacific communities across Aotearoa, the region and beyond. Hosted by William Terite, the show provides a platform for authentic Pacific conversations and discussions on issues impacting the Pacific communities. Website: www.pmn.co.nz Facebook: www.facebook.com/531pi Instagram: www.instagram.com/stories/531pi/ X: www.x.com/PMN__News