AGP Executive Report
Last update: 33 minutes agoTourism & Cost of Living: Cook Islands hotel boss Liana Scott says the tourism boom isn’t easing pressure on families, pointing to high power and water costs plus heavy reliance on imported goods; she welcomed the minimum wage rise but wants longer-term relief through lower electricity prices and import duties. ADB & Recovery Funding: The Asian Development Bank has signed a US$2m grant with the Cook Islands to support safe recovery of travel and tourism, including upgrades to Rarotonga Airport and health services for tourism return. US Diplomatic Focus: The new US Ambassador to New Zealand, the Cook Islands, Niue and Samoa, Jared Novelly, says the Cooks are a top priority, highlighting seabed resources and promising to connect US firms if exploration is allowed. Regional Security: Cook Islands officials are monitoring China’s ballistic missile test in the South Pacific and urging respect for regional peace treaties. Visa-Free Travel Watch: Pakistan’s passport has improved to 100th on the Henley index, with access to 30 destinations via visa-free, visa-on-arrival or ETA options—useful for outbound travel planning. Sports & Travel Links: Oman’s U18 women’s basketball team includes the Cook Islands in its Asia Cup group, adding another Pacific sporting connection for visitors and fans.
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