The Government of Samoa continues to adopt the Sector Wide Approach to Planning (SWAP) to strengthen development and coordination across sectors. The Trade, Commerce and Manufacturing (TCM) Sector is one of the 14 priority development sectors and plays a pivotal role in advancing Samoa’s economic growth, private sector development, and resilience.

The Trade, Commerce and Manufacturing Sector Plan 2024/25–2028/29 serves as the third strategic blueprint for the sector and directly supports Key Priority Area 9 (Business Innovation and Growth) of the Pathway for the Development of Samoa 2021/22–2025/26 (PDS).

The TCM Sector Plan’s vision is: “Sustainable production, trade, commerce and manufacturing for growth and a resilient and vibrant economy.” Its long-term goal is to cultivate the full potential of trade, commerce and manufacturing for the benefit of all.

To achieve this, the TCMSP focuses on six strategic sector outcomes:

1. Improved productivity, manufacturing and trade activities
2. Enhanced exports and market access
3. Increased sustainable business development and employment generation
4. Advanced efficacy of sector infrastructure
5. Fostered resilience and recovery in response to shocks and stressors
6. Strengthened enabling environment for sector development

The TCM Sector Steering Committee (TCMSSC), comprising of government agencies and private sector organisations, is mandated to oversee implementation. The Policy, Planning and Project Management Division (PPPMD) of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Labour (MCIL) coordinates sector activities and serves as Secretariat to the
TCMSSC.

Together, these entities ensure a collaborative, inclusive, and responsive approach to realising the shared vision of a prosperous, resilient Samoa where trade, commerce and manufacturing drive national development.