COL is partnering with the National University of Samoa to explore affordable, sustainable and locally relevant Frugal AI solutions for higher education, while strengthening local capacity, responsible innovation and data sovereignty across the Pacific. Professor Tuifuisa’a Patila Malua Amosa, Vice Chancellor and President of NUS, said: “This partnership with the Commonwealth of Learning represents an important step in strengthening Samoa’s digital future. Frugal AI offers a practical and responsible pathway for adopting artificial intelligence in ways that are affordable, sustainable and aligned with our national priorities.