From Ambassador (The presentaion of the letter of credence)

2025/1/13
Ambassador with the head of state Photo courtesy : Government of Samoa
receiving the letter of credence Photo courtesy : Government of Samoa
conversation after the ceremony Photo courtesy : Government of Samoa

The presentation of the letter of credence

The presentation of the letter of credence is the first hurdle for a newly appointed ambassador. With this, he/she is allowed to meet with important people and carry out activities as an ambassador in their assigned country. It is customary to give a short speech, such as conveying the words of the Emperor, but in Samoa, I had to say the words that correspond to "His Excellency the Head of State of the Independent State of Samoa" in Samoan, which was a little challenging...
 
"Lau afioga i le ao mamalu o le malo tutoatasi o samoa..."