Voting rights for Samoans living overseas is one of the key issues for a commission of inquiry reviewing the 2021 General Election.
It will also look at the mandatory 10 percent quota for women in parliament.
A public notice from the inquiry chair, Luafatasaga Tu'u'u Ieti Taulealo, has outlined the issues to be reviewed.
Voting starts in 2021 Samoa election Photo: RNZ Pacific Autagavaia Tipi Autagavaia
Recognising the contribution of Samoans abroad was an issue the ruling FAST party campaigned on during the April 2021 General Election.
The nationwide consultations start this week.
The Samoa Observer reports the commission has to consult the public over the issues and make recommendations for ways to improve the electoral process.
The public notice said the commission will be seeking the public's view on traditional territorial constituencies, electoral offences and Electoral Court proceedings.
It will also look at political parties registration and party members, the electoral roll and other matters relating to elections.
The Commission is made up:
The former Secretary of Samoa's Constitutional Convention, Feesago George Fepuleain, is the principal advisor to the Commission.
The nationwide consultations start this week [week starting June 13] in the Vaimauga District and Luafatasaga said there is also an opportunity for individuals who want to submit written submissions.
