AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTravel Rules Update: Cook Islands is easing entry requirements, with Rapid Antigen Tests replacing PCR for travellers from New Zealand, RATs needing to be done under supervision, and MIQ no longer required for unvaccinated Cook Islanders and permanent residents. Tourism Support: Te Pa’ata, a digital support programme for Cook Islands holiday home operators, is being promoted to help businesses strengthen and build resilience. Deep-Sea Mining Watch: The ISA’s July 2026 session ended without a Mining Code, with NOAA’s Okeanos Explorer running live ROV dives in Cook Islands waters to generate baseline data as regulators push for science-backed safeguards. Northern Group Spotlight: Australian High Commissioner Susannah Hodson made historic first visits to Penrhyn, Pukapuka and Nassau, backing community projects including new volleyball courts and sports equipment. Safety Reminder for Visitors: Cook Islands Police report six rescues at Rutaki Passage after a tourist was swept into rough currents, urging locals and visitors to heed warning signs. Culture & Events: Te Maeva Nui 2026 kicked off with an Avarua float parade celebrating enduring cultural foundations and the House of Ariki’s 60th anniversary, while Trade Days returns with 93 vendors during the festival period.
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