AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPacific Security & Cybercrime: Fiji is pushing Pacific-wide coordination to strengthen cybercrime laws, with legal experts in Nadi finalising a regional handbook to help countries respond to growing digital threats. Maritime Surveillance (Cook Islands): NZDF supported Cook Islands Police fisheries patrols in May, using navy personnel on Te Kukupa II and later air reconnaissance to track possible fishing breaches and serious organised crime. Deep-Sea Minerals & NOAA: NOAA will map deep waters off the Cook Islands this summer, in a 28-day expedition with Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority, using advanced mapping and live-streamed science. Governance & Law Training (Cook Islands): A three-day Legal Policy Development Course in Rarotonga is building skills in drafting laws and policies, bringing officials from 18 agencies and private lawyers together. Energy Supplies (Cook Islands): A new online dashboard says fuel stocks are stable, with Rarotonga up to 57 days and Aitutaki well-stocked. Sports (Cook Islands): OFC U19 Men’s Championship qualifiers kick off in Rarotonga today, with hosts Cook Islands joined by Tonga and Papua New Guinea. Tourism & Community: Te Tapora Kai at Punanga Nui Market runs a “Taste of the Cook Islands” pop-up today, featuring local food, crafts, and cultural demos. Regional Context: Australia and New Zealand reaffirmed support for Pacific-led regionalism, climate action and security ahead of the Pacific Islands Forum leaders’ meeting in Palau.
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