AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoADB & Local Business: ADB Frontier Seed has backed Cook Islands fashion brand Manini Wear with a USD 130,000 growth investment, aiming to cut ocean freight emissions and expand retail into Aitutaki. Tourism Cost Pressure: Even with tourism strong, Muri Beach Hotel GM Liana Scott says families are still squeezed by high power, water and imported goods costs, urging longer-term relief beyond the minimum wage rise. Tourism Support Funding: ADB and the Cook Islands government signed a $2m grant to support safe recovery in travel and tourism, including upgrades to Rarotonga Airport and health services. Fisheries Enforcement: Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency operations are targeting illegal fishing with coordinated surveillance and inspections, including Cook Islands participation in regional missions. Banking & Regional Sport: ANZ leadership changes in the Pacific include oversight of ANZ Cook Islands, while BSP confirms major sponsorship of the 2026 Rugby League World Cup. Seabed Minerals Focus: A new US ambassador says Cook Islands seabed critical minerals are a top priority, as Washington looks to diversify away from China-linked supply chains.
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