Samoa is set to open an embassy in Jerusalem in 2026, as announced by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar following a conversation with Samoa's Prime Minister, La'auli Leuatea Schmidt. Sa'ar expressed gratitude for Samoa's decision and its ongoing support for Israel in international forums. The announcement follows reports that Schmidt has instructed his Foreign Ministry to begin preparations for establishing a diplomatic office in Jerusalem this year. Sa'ar also extended an invitation to the Samoan Prime Minister to visit Israel in the near future.