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US–Cook Islands Minerals: New US ambassador Jared Novelly says critical seabed minerals are now a top priority, warning Pacific states about China’s growing influence and “debt traps,” as the Cook Islands weighs exploration partnerships. Fisheries Monitoring: The Cook Islands renewed its FFA aerial surveillance partnership under the Regional Aerial Surveillance Programme, boosting EEZ patrols to deter illegal fishing. Cook Islands–NZ Politics: Opposition leader Te Ariki Heather says major talks with New Zealand could wait until after the Aug 12 election and New Zealand’s own election, while ruling out a separate Cook Islands passport. Tourism Data Skills: The Pacific Tourism Organisation wrapped a New Zealand-funded workshop in Nadi, training Cook Islands and other Pacific tourism officers to better use visitor and business survey data. Census Countdown: The 2026 Cook Islands Census reaches its reference day July 1, with household visits running through July 24 to guide planning and policy. Blue Economy Debate: New reports renew scrutiny of deep-sea mining risks, including concerns about unaddressed radioactivity impacts on marine food chains. Digital Payments for Tourism: MFEM’s Te Pa’ata initiative targets holiday-home operators’ digital financial literacy to improve e-payments and e-commerce access. Business & Wealth Services: Avenue CI and Metis Global (Cook Islands) both picked up Bloomberg Businessweek trust/financial awards, highlighting continued growth in local trust and asset protection services.

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Jun. 10, 2026

Wealth Web sees surge in demand for Cook Islands trusts

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Jul. 1, 2026

US doctors increasingly use offshore trusts as malpractice fears rise

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Cook Islands and FFA renew aerial surveillance partnership to strengthen fisheries monitoring

Cook Islands and FFA renew aerial surveillance partnership to strengthen fisheries monitoring

Cook Islands Unity Party leader says talks with New Zealand could wait until after election

Cook Islands Unity Party leader says talks with New Zealand could wait until after election

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US envoy says Cook Islands minerals are a top priority

Cook Islands opposition leader says talks with New Zealand could wait until after election

Cook Islands opposition leader says talks with New Zealand could wait until after election


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Jun. 10, 2026

Wealth Web Highlights Rising Demand for Cook Islands Trusts and Offshore Asset Protection

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Jul. 1, 2026

Surge in US Doctors Turning to Offshore Trusts Amid Malpractice Litigation Fears

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Jun. 30, 2026

May 2026 Visitor Spending Increased

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Feb. 11, 2026

Deep Sea Minerals Corp. Provides Strategic Update on Cook Islands and U.S. NOAA Pathways as U.S. Accelerates Offshore Critical Minerals Policy and Expands Supply-Chain Investment

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Cook Islands Emerges as Leading Financial Hub in New CEO Insight Report

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Donlevy-Rosen & Rosen, P.A. attorney Howard Rosen Announces New Analysis on the Intersection of Cook Islands Offshore Asset Planning and IRS-Approved Estate Protection Protocols

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