South Pacific and East Asia
The zonal departments at International Headquarters are the main administrative link with territories and commands. The international secretaries give oversight to and coordinate the Army's work in their respective geographical regions.
The International Secretary for the South Pacific and East Asia Zone is Commissioner Wayne Maxwell and the Secretary for Women's Ministries is Commissioner Robyn Maxwell.
Contact the Zonal Department
Territories in the Zone
The Salvation Army South Pacific and East Asia Zone includes the following Territories, Commands and Regions:
- Australia Territory
- Hong Kong and Macau Command
- Indonesia Territory
- Japan Territory
- Korea Territory
- New Zealand, Fiji, Tonga and Samoa Territory
- Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands Territory
- The Phillipines Territory
- Singapore, Malaysia and Myanmar Territory
- Taiwan Region
Click on the map pins for local contact details and websites.
News from around the South Pacific and East Asia
The General and Commissioner Rosalie Peddle Give Thanks and Share COVID-19 Thoughts and Responses in Revealing Video Interview
05 June 2020
In an exclusive video interview, the leaders speak openly and passionately about lockdown and the challenges and opportunities presented.
05 June 2020
In an exclusive video interview, the leaders speak openly and passionately about lockdown and the challenges and opportunities presented.
The Salvation Army's COVID-19 Response Extends To 120 Countries
04 June 2020
Emergency food provision continues to underpin The Salvation Army’s response around the globe along with hygiene supplies, health education, accommodation
04 June 2020
Emergency food provision continues to underpin The Salvation Army’s response around the globe along with hygiene supplies, health education, accommodation
The Salvation Army Rises to the Challenge of Coronavirus Response in Remote Island Communities
27 May 2020
In many remote locations, The Salvation Army is providing enhanced services because of the economic side effects of COVID-19
27 May 2020
In many remote locations, The Salvation Army is providing enhanced services because of the economic side effects of COVID-19
Latest All the World Magazine Now Available Online
22 May 2020
April–June issue of All the World, The Salvation Army’s international magazine, has been published online and can be accessed for free
22 May 2020
April–June issue of All the World, The Salvation Army’s international magazine, has been published online and can be accessed for free
The Salvation Army’s COVID-19 Response Extends to 100+ Countries
19 May 2020
The Salvation Army now has COVID-19 responses in more than 100 of the 131 countries in which it officially operates
19 May 2020
The Salvation Army now has COVID-19 responses in more than 100 of the 131 countries in which it officially operates
Salvation Army COVID-19 Responses Flex to Changing Conditions
15 May 2020
While much of the world remains under some form of lockdown, there are shoots of encouragement as some countries start to carefully ease restrictions
15 May 2020
While much of the world remains under some form of lockdown, there are shoots of encouragement as some countries start to carefully ease restrictions
‘Displaced’ – New Film Explores Life for Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Migrants
12 May 2020
Displaced is a 50-minute documentary filmed on location in Brazil, and incorporates experiences of migrants from around the world
12 May 2020
Displaced is a 50-minute documentary filmed on location in Brazil, and incorporates experiences of migrants from around the world
Education Continues as Salvation Army Schools Find Creative Solutions to COVID-19 Restrictions
07 May 2020
Schools run by The Salvation Army across the world have been adapting in the light of COVID-19 to ensure continuity of education
07 May 2020
Schools run by The Salvation Army across the world have been adapting in the light of COVID-19 to ensure continuity of education
Video message: General Brian Peddle considers how to pray during the pandemic
29 April 2020
In a new video, General Brian Peddle shares how he remained connected with Salvation Army leaders and reflects on how to pray during the pandemic.
29 April 2020
In a new video, General Brian Peddle shares how he remained connected with Salvation Army leaders and reflects on how to pray during the pandemic.
COVID-19 International Response Group Provides Worldwide Support in Fight Against Coronavirus
28 April 2020
The group will provide much-needed support, freeing local Salvationists to concentrate on fulfilling pressing needs
28 April 2020
The group will provide much-needed support, freeing local Salvationists to concentrate on fulfilling pressing needs