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US research vessel to aid Cook Islands’ seabed mineral exploration
Cook Island News
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August 7, 2025
From left, Joshua Kroon, US Department of Commerce’s deputy assistant secretary for textiles, consumer goods, materials, critical minerals and metals. David Gehrenbeck, Chargé d’Affaires US Mission to NZ, Cook Islands, and Niue, Prime Minister...
Greenpeace USA Condemns U.S.–Cook Islands Deep-Sea Mining Talks as Backdoor Push for Extraction
Greenpeace International
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August 7, 2025
Greenpeace International activists peacefully confronted UK Royal Research Ship James Cook in the East Pacific waters as it returned from a seven-week long expedition to a section of the Pacific Ocean targeted for deep sea mining. An activist...
US says it has started seabed mining talks with the Cook Islands
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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August 7, 2025
As the Cook Islands mark 60 years of self-governance, the United States has begun talks with the island nation about researching seabed mineral exploration and development. According to a joint statement, the two governments have begun discussions...
US woos Cook Islands on deep-sea mining
E&E News
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August 6, 2025
Trump administration officials say they’re in talks with the Cook Islands government to develop minerals in the South Pacific Ocean mere months after the island nation signed a similar agreement with China. The State Department on Monday said the...
US and Cook Islands Partner on Seabed Minerals Exploration
The Assay
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August 7, 2025
The United States and the Cook Islands have commenced discussions aimed at jointly exploring and developing seabed mineral resources within the Cook Islands’ exclusive economic zone (EEZ), according to an official joint statement released on 5...
US Begins Talks With Cook Islands Over Seabed Minerals
Asia Financial
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August 6, 2025
US officials have begun talks with the Cook Islands for research on seabed mineral exploration and development, the US State Department said on Tuesday. The Cook Islands lie halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii and are made up of 15 islands and...
US Begins Talks With Cook Islands On Seabed Mineral Research Amid Geopolitical Shifts
Arise News
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August 6, 2025
The United States has officially commenced discussions with the Cook Islands on supporting research into seabed mineral exploration and development within the Pacific nation’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), the US State Department announced on...
US begins talks with Cook Islands on seabed mining, gears up to compete with China
The Pacific Island Times
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August 6, 2025
The U.S. has begun discussions with the Cook Islands on the exploration of seabed minerals within its waters, in a bid to catch up with China, which has previously clinched a similar deal with the island nation. “Together, we commit to advancing...
Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister talks unemployment, Cook Islands, Road User Charges
Newstalk ZB
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August 6, 2025
The Prime Minister's blaming New Zealand's rising unemployment on the last Government's economic management. The rate's hit a five-year high of 5.2%, just shy of Treasury’s predicted 5.4%. Christopher Luxon told Kerre Woodham when inflation rises,...
TMC Chief Gerard Barron Warns Cook Islands Seafloor Resources Will Fall Into China’s Hands If US Fails To ‘Show Some Love'
Asianet Newsable
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August 6, 2025
The Metals Company (TMC) CEO Gerard Barron praised the U.S. move to initiate talks with the Cook Islands over seabed resources, but warned that China could take advantage if Washington, D.C., does not step in. “The Cooks have an abundant seafloor...
Winston Peters delivers reminders to Cook Islands Government
Pacific News Service
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New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister says NZ “had a duty to act” if the Cook Islands Government passed laws or took actions that “were offensive to New Zealand’s governing norms” or “injurious to Cook Islanders”. At an event celebrating 60 years...
US says it has started seabed mineral talks with Cook Islands
The Straits Times
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August 6, 2025
WASHINGTON – The US has begun talks with the Cook Islands for research on seabed minerals exploration and development, the State Department said on Aug 5. The Cook Islands, which had a population of 15,040 in 2021, lies halfway between New Zealand...
Local NGO opposes deep-sea mining, questions US and China partnerships
Cook Island News
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August 16, 2025
Te Ara o te Akau Inc members and friends are leading a marine restoration mission to rebuild coral ecosystems, elevate community awareness and protect ocean life for future generations. SUPPLIED/25062002 A local nongovernmental organisation is...
Te Maeva Nui 2025 showcases the heart of the Cook Islands
Cook Island News
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August 5, 2025
Akatokamanava Enua/Mauke) delivered a ute honouring Papa Arapati (Premier Albert Henry), the guidance of the Almighty and the role of their MP Stephen Matapo. MELINA ETCHES/25080204 Te Maeva Nui 2025 delivered another unforgettable showcase of...
NZ Governor-General praises Cook Islands women for community leadership
Cook Island News
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August 5, 2025
New Zealand’s Governor General, Dame Cindy Kiro, praised the Cook Islands National Council of Women for their tireless work in uplifting women and families across the nation, during her heartfelt address at the special gathering held in her...
Deep sea-mining: Cook Islands signs US minerals deal
Gulf News
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'Responsible development' The Cook Islands said Wednesday it had agreed to work with the United States on the "responsible development" of its seabed riches. What the US State Department said "Seabed minerals are critical for developing and...
Construction begins on new concrete hardstandat Arutanga Harbour
Cook Island News
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August 11, 2025
The project represents a significant investment in Aitutaki’s critical infrastructure. 25081007 Arutanga Harbour is Aitutaki’s vital lifeline to the supply of food, fuel and other necessities that are delivered by sea. With the Memorandum of...
US, Cook Islands Begin Talks On Seabed Mining
StratNews Global
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August 6, 2025
Home North America US, Cook Islands Begin Talks On Seabed Mining The Cook Islands was within the New Zealand borders from 1901. In 1965, it became self governing but in free association with New Zealand. The United States has started discussions...
US says it has started seabed mineral talks with the Cook Islands
WHTC - Michigan
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By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. has begun talks with the Cook Islands for research on seabed minerals exploration and development, the State Department said on Tuesday. The Cook Islands lie halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii...
The real Cook Island questions Winston wont answer
The Daily Blog
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August 6, 2025
Another brilliant column by Lloyd Burr… Winston Peters’ adviser tells media to ask ‘questions that aren’t about politics’ It’s not often reporters are told not to ask any political questions when they’re at a press conference with two politicians....