Vaai Kolone

ModernPoliticianSamoa1911 — 2001

Two-time Samoan PM, HRPP founder.

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Quick Facts

Born

1911

Died

2001

Country

Samoa

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)14

Political (20%)44

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)41

Leadership (15%)59

Strategy (15%)38

Total Score43.1

Vaai Kolone — Complete Timeline

1979 AD

Co-founded the Human Rights Protection PartyPolitical Action◆ Major

Kolone co-founded the HRPP with Tofilau Eti Alesana, creating a political party that would dominate Samoan politics for decades. The party advocated for economic development and political stability.

Political PartyHRPPFounding

Impact: nationalconstructive

1982 AD

Became Prime Minister of SamoaPolitical Action◆ Major

Kolone was elected Prime Minister for the first time, leading the HRPP government. His tenure was brief but marked the beginning of HRPP's long hold on power.

Prime MinisterHRPPGovernment Formation

Impact: nationalconstructive

1985 AD

Served second term as Prime MinisterPolitical Action

Kolone returned to the prime ministership after a brief hiatus, serving until 1988. His second term focused on economic reforms and maintaining political stability.

Prime MinisterSecond TermEconomic Reform

Impact: nationalconstructive

2001 AD

Died in 2001Other

Kolone passed away at age 90, ending his long political career. He was remembered as a founding father of the HRPP and a key figure in Samoan politics.

DeathPolitical Legacy

Impact: national