AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 minutes agoDeep-Sea Mining Debate: Youth in Rarotonga are speaking out as the Cook Islands weighs polymetallic nodule extraction in its deep EEZ, raising fears about cultural identity and environmental risk. CEDAW & Gender Justice: Punanga Turuturu Vaine (PTI) is heading to Geneva to present a shadow report on gender-based violence for the Cook Islands’ CEDAW review. Suicide Prevention: Te Marae Ora and police stress that suicide prevention is year-round, sharing callout and death figures and urging people to ask for help. Geospatial for Better Decisions: The Cook Islands will action all nine UN-IGIF pathways after a national workshop, aiming to strengthen governance, data sharing, and ocean and climate resilience planning. Pacific Journalism & AI: Pasifika AI creator Kevyn Wahuzue argues Pacific newsrooms should use AI behind the scenes only, keeping relationships and editorial judgement human. Tourism Spotlight: The Cook Islands wins Oceania’s Leading Island Destination 2026 at the World Travel Awards, highlighting people-first hospitality. Sports & Culture: Cook Islands women gear up for the FIBA Women’s Polynesian Cup in Tahiti, while local film teams launch POP48, a 48-hour “Culture” challenge.
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