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Tourism Recovery Funding: The Asian Development Bank has signed a US$2 million grant with the Cook Islands Government to support the tourism rebound after COVID-19, including upgrades to Rarotonga Airport for better COVID screening and physical distancing, plus support for airport and health systems that will benefit over 10,000 workers, especially in hospitality. Critical Minerals Push: Newly appointed US Ambassador Jared Novelly says Cook Islands seabed minerals are now a top priority for Washington, pointing to cobalt and other polymetallic nodules as potentially “transformative” for the islands, while warning Pacific states about risks from China’s growing influence. Deep-Sea Tech Partnerships: Deep Sea Minerals Corp has signed an MOU with Impossible Metals to evaluate autonomous robotic nodule collection technology, aiming for lower-disturbance test mining and environmental monitoring if exploration licences are awarded. Port Environment Review: The National Environment Service has released the EIA for planned dredging at Avarua Harbour, with public review open until July 26, targeting safer vessel access while outlining temporary, localised impacts and mitigation. Fisheries Monitoring: Cook Islands has renewed its MoU with the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency to keep aerial surveillance operating in its EEZ, supporting enforcement against illegal fishing. Governance & Integrity: A forensic report into the University of the South Pacific Students Association alleges misconduct and governance failures, citing combined losses of $172,667.91. Sports & Business Spotlight: Cook Islands swimmers are set for the Commonwealth Games after training via Bond University’s scholarship pathway, while a regional women-led market expo in Samoa highlights Pacific business opportunities through UN Women’s Markets for Change project.

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Jun. 10, 2026

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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. 6, 2026

DEEP SEA MINERALS CORP. SIGNS MOU WITH IMPOSSIBLE METALS TO EVALUATE AUTONOMOUS ROBOTIC NODULE COLLECTION TECHNOLOGY

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

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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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