Samoa's cabinet has agreed to stay legal proceedings against several tourism businesses which are facing financial difficulties.
Samoa government minister, Sala Fata Pinati. Photo: RNZI/ Autagavaia Tipi Autagavaia
The tourism minister, Salā Fata Pinati, called for the stay against at least eight companies.
He also proposed that the government pay $US7.6 million to help write off principal loan amounts owed to financial institutions.
It's not clear if cabinet will agree to the proposal.
