New Zealand pays Samoa millions after naval ship crash
Published: 10/6/2025
New Zealand compensates Samoa with NZD 6m after naval ship crash. HMNZS Manawanui sank off Samoa's coast, leading to leaked oil impacting marine life. New Zealand addresses environmental concerns and collaborates with Samoa on ship's future. Inquiries reveal human errors caused the crash, rejecting sexist claims against the ship's female captain.
