AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoSeabed Mining: Te Ipukarea Society is urging the Cook Islands to weigh economic risks alongside environmental and technical concerns as it considers commercial deep-sea mining. Climate Finance: At Pre-COP31, Prime Minister Mark Brown pressed for faster funding to reach vulnerable communities; the Pacific Resilience Facility has raised just under NZ$200 million, short of its NZ$500 million target after COP31. Cook Islands–NZ Partnership: Officials agreed to renew their partnership, with priorities including education, vocational training and the Infrastructure Trust Fund as the next development-cooperation phase approaches in mid-2027. Agriculture: Growers have been told to manage water use ahead of a prolonged dry season, and say households and hotels must also conserve water to help protect local production. Tourism: Rarotonga is preparing to host international Masters rugby league teams in 2027, an event that could bring visitors and spending to the island.
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