AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBorder Security & Customs: US Homeland Security Investigations trained Cook Islands Customs officers and donated drug test kits, boosting enforcement capacity as transnational crime targets “the weakest link.” Regional Finance: The Asian Development Bank is rolling out a $4b crisis package for Middle East fallout, with trade finance for energy and food imports; Cook Islands support is flagged as expected to be part of the response. Youth & Skills: The Cook Islands Business Hub has closed after years supporting youth learning and workplace pathways, including Massey University graduates backed through the hub. Women’s Health: CIFWA and partners ran menstrual health sessions for 300+ students and continue free cervical screening outreach in Rarotonga (Kavera today, then Tepiri, Matavera, Avatiu, Inave). Environment & Waste: Te Ipukarea Society highlights practical plastic reduction, while a National Action Plan is being developed to tackle plastic pollution across the Cook Islands. Water Governance: Former PM Henry Puna appointed chair of Rarotonga’s water authority To Tatou Vai after Brian Mason’s resignation. Seabed Minerals Watch: SBMA attended an ISA-backed regional workshop in Fiji on deep-sea sustainable blue growth and state responsibilities.
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