American Samoa's Senate President, Gaoteote Tofau Palaie, says Governor Lolo Matalasi Moliga has been moved out of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and into another medical ward where he is recovering well.
Gaoteote, who returned from the US last week, updated lawmakers on the health condition of the governor.
He said the governor, who is in a Seattle hospital, is recovering well and continues with medical check-ups.
He said he extended to Lolo, well wishes for a speedy recovery from the Senate, the Fono, and the people of American Samoa.
"The governor expressed appreciation, according to Gaoteote, and sends his regards and love", he said.
Governor Lolo Matalasi Moliga Photo: RNZI / Monica Miller