Samoa’s leader, Schmidt, has apologised after a video recorded in 2007 emerged showing him making a Nazi salute.
In acknowledging the footage, Schmidt said his actions were inappropriate and capable of causing offence and hurt. His apology followed the resurfacing of the video, although no further details about when or where it was recorded have been provided.
The incident has drawn attention to conduct from the past and prompted Schmidt to address the gesture publicly. The available information does not indicate what further action, if any, will follow.
