AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTourism & Cost of Living: Cook Islands tourism is booming, but Muri Beach Hotel GM Liana Scott says families and businesses are still squeezed by power and water costs plus expensive imported goods, urging longer-term relief through lower electricity prices and import duties. ADB Tourism Support: The Asian Development Bank has signed a US$2m grant to help the Cook Islands’ tourism recovery, including upgrades to Rarotonga Airport screening and health services. Pacific Security: Cook Islands officials are monitoring China’s South Pacific ballistic missile test and calling on all nations to respect regional peace treaties. US Diplomatic Focus: New US Ambassador Jared Novelly says the Cook Islands is a top priority, pointing to seabed resources and openness to working with US companies if exploration is allowed. Youth & Democracy: The Cook Islands National Youth Council launches a candidate dialogue series to boost young people’s participation ahead of the General Election. Ocean Health: A new Pacific baseline study highlights heavy beach litter on Rarotonga and Aitutaki, with plastics dominating and linked to tourism areas. Sports (Regional Interest): PNG’s Pepes netball campaign for the 2027 World Cup continues via the Spirit Series in Sydney.
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