AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoDeep-Sea Mining Alarm: A major 50-year review is back in the spotlight, warning deep-sea mining could cause “dire and long-lasting” damage—possibly wiping out species before they’re even discovered—pushing the Cook Islands to keep a cautious line on seabed minerals. Local Governance: In the wider Pacific, American Samoa’s governor has moved to set up a Deep-Sea Minerals Steering Committee, while a call for outreach to include different viewpoints is getting louder. Community & Culture: Mothers’ Day reflections from Ruta Mave blend family memory with science and a sharp critique of how women’s history gets erased. Leadership Pipeline: Cook Islands Women’s Parliament and Youth Parliament sessions are putting equality and education reform on the agenda, with young voices debating the Education Amendment Bill. Sports & Pride: Fiji swimmers start fast at the Oceania Championships, and Cook Islands cricket is in Japan for the T20 qualifier. Aviation Milestone: Isabel Drollet Macdonald is on track to become Air Rarotonga’s first female pilot after graduating from Massey.
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