AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPacific Diplomacy: PNG’s Central Province and the Cook Islands have signed a Sister Province Partnership Arrangement at the Melanesian Oceans Summit, with cooperation set to cover tourism, culture, trade, education, climate action—and a push for women’s empowerment, agriculture, sports, youth and investment. Energy Resilience: Cook Islands leaders also backed the push for regional energy resilience at the Melanesian Oceans Summit, while PM Mark Brown reiterated renewable power as an economic security strategy. Governance & Public Trust: The Airport Authority Cook Islands Board responded to criticism over the CEO’s leave arrangements, saying acting leadership and oversight are in place. Deep-Sea Minerals Debate: Ongoing regional focus continues—from Cook Islands ocean protection and seabed-mineral rules to new scientific warnings about mining impacts. People & Skills: Nursing training support is expanding via Southern Cross scholarships, and a Cook Islands woman is progressing toward becoming Air Rarotonga’s first female pilot.
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