For those who kept fighting for independence, it came to fruition 32 years after Lealofi's death. I am deeply honoured to look back to where Samoa has come from, and where I stand here, a product of our history, a product of our joint relationship between our countries. I am proud to bear the name of Lealofioaana as my middle name, named after my great-grandfather. His brother Tupua Tamasese Meaole later became the first joint Head of State with Malietoa Tanumafili II, when Samoa gained independence in 1962. Later on, both my grand-uncles, Tui Atua Tupua Tamasese Dr Lealofi IV and Tui Atua Tupua Tamasese Efi, were both prime ministers of Samoa. Tui Atua Tupua Tamasese Efi later became head of State as well. My mother's uncle was Minister of Education. My paternal grandfather was Minister of Agriculture. I share this history as I never thought I would be a politician, as I thought becoming a medical doctor would seal my fate for the rest of my life. However, my family will remind me of this family history of politics; so I am encouraged that I am in really good company.