AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCook Islands Election Watch: With the 12 August general election days away, voters are fixated on cost of living, from global supply pressures to higher energy and petrol costs, plus local fights over water tariffs and outer-island infrastructure. Deep-Sea Mining Debate: Pacific leaders are alarmed by a US push to auction nearby ocean for deep-sea mining without consultation, while the Cook Islands continues exploring seabed opportunities—sparking a wider “science vs risk” argument across the region. Manatua Cable Fault: The Manatua Consortium says a technical fault near Repeater 2 on the Manatua submarine cable is degrading internet services for Niue and the Cook Islands, with contingency plans activated and a specialist repair vessel being sought. Language & Identity: Cook Islands Māori Language Week highlights how reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani is declining in Aotearoa, with calls to reclaim and pass the language on—especially for Cook Islanders living in New Zealand. Sports & Community: The OFC Men’s Champions League will stream live and free on FIFA+ via DAZN, with Tupapa Maraerenga FC representing the Cook Islands.
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