Economy
Cooks warned to be wary of being ‘star-struck’ under global spotlight
Thursday 28 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Geopolitical expert Geoffrey Miller has warned Cook Islands will need to be wary of the potential to be ‘star-struck’ by the attention being bestowed upon it by the world’s superpowers.
Politicians’ travel expenses sought with request under Official Information Act
Thursday 28 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
Cook Islands News has made an Official Information Act request to the government seeking the travel costs of MPs.
Cooks toasts World Tourism Day 2023
Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Tourism Celebrates World Tourism Day 2023 with the launch of Cook Islands People’s Choice Awards and Opening of Regenerative Tourism Experience.
Statement expected next week on medicinal cannabis : Prime Minister’s Office
Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Health, Local, National
The final draft report and a plan for a medicinal cannabis regime has been completed, says Office of the Prime Minister chief of staff Ben Ponia.
United States confirms long-serving diplomat to lead a delegation to Pacific Islands Forum
Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield will lead the United States Delegation at the Pacific Islands Forum in Rarotonga on November 10.
Tourism industry is resilient, says re-elected leader
Tuesday 26 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council has re-elected its outspoken president Liana Scott for another term.
Opposition leader sceptical while lobbyist silent on Rarotonga water project accolade
Tuesday 26 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
While the consultancy team behind Te Mato Vai, the project responsible for the collection, treatment and distribution of potable water to Rarotonga, has been named a gold winner at a prestigious engineering awards ceremony in New Zealand, Democratic Party leader Tina Browne is not convinced.
‘We will maintain a vigilant and constructive role’ in the interest of the Cooks: Tina Browne
Tuesday 26 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
As Prime Minister Mark Brown met with United States President Joe Biden in Washington and confirmed closer ties between the nations through formal diplomatic relations, Opposition leader Tina Browne said the Democratic Party would maintain a “vigilant and constructive role in ensuring that this diplomatic recognition serves the best interests of the Cook Islands and contributes to a harmonious and equitable international community”.
Ireland’s first Ambassador to Cook Islands: ‘It's a real privilege’
Monday 25 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Jane Connolly, the Ambassador of Ireland to the Cook Islands, was honoured to be the first Irish diplomat to serve here.
‘Positive changes’ coming to Immigration Regulations : Tourism Council president
Monday 25 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
With new details on the changes to the newly implemented Immigration Regulations yet to be revealed, the Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council, which had sought legal advice on the new rules, says there are some positive changes coming.
Possible direct flight from Fiji for Pacific Islands Forum meet
Sunday 24 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in 52nd Pacific Islands Forum 2023, Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Preparations to host the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM52) in Rarotonga and Aitutaki in November includes a special commercial flight with Fiji Airways.
PM Brown co-chair SDG Summit Leader’s Dialogue
Sunday 24 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown took centre stage during the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Summit earlier this week in New York.
Avarua undergoing $120,000 makeover
Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Environment, National
Avarua is getting an extensive $120,000, 12-month programme of flora revitalising, tree planting and maintenance.
Prime Minister advocates for climate change action funding
Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Environment, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown has continued on his mission to advocate for the Pacific Islands Forum’s key priorities articulated in the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.
No specific details available as New Head of State residence concept goes out to tender
Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Local, National
A new Head of State residence is on the table for Rarotonga, but it’s unclear when, where and what it’s going to cost.
Visiting diplomats present letters of credence
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Diplomats from four countries presented their letters of credence to the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters this week.
Govt steps up preparations for Forum Meeting, mum on budget
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in 52nd Pacific Islands Forum 2023, Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) says it continues to advance preparations to host the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM52) in November but would not say how much it would cost.
Zhuhai Municipal Government assists Cooks with Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting
Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in 52nd Pacific Islands Forum 2023, Economy, National
The Zhuhai Municipal Government, People’s Republic of China has assisted the Cook Islands Government with audio and TV equipment that will be installed for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in November.
Compensation claims ‘concern’ and ‘disappoint’ MP
Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National
Member of Parliament for Ngatangiia, Tukaka "Kaka" Ama, has raised concerns and expressed disappointment around the demand for compensation at Muri.
PM Brown expected to attend Paris Meet
Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown is expected to attend the International Energy Agency (IEA)’s inaugural international summit on critical minerals and their significance in clean energy transitions, scheduled for September 28 in Paris.
