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Don't 'mistake' Pacific leaders 'quietness' on AUKUS as support for NZ's position - expert rnz.co.nz/international/…

Letters to Editor. The former Prime Minister writes that this is not the Australia he knew five years ago. buff.ly/3JLr7uZ

MFAI launches a new online visa and permit application system, streamlining immigration services for the Cook Islands. Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/m…

Next week, MFAI will host New Zealand's Secretary of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Mr. Bede Corry, for his first official visit to the Cook Islands. Full MR: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/s… Photo credit: New Zealand Public Service Commission

MFAI welcomes PRC Ambassador Dr Xiaolong Wang to Rarotonga (30 Jan–1 Feb) to strengthen bilateral ties. Talks with Foreign Secretary Herrmann & officials will focus on trade, investment, tourism & more. This follows the Dec 2024 visit of China’s Executive Vice Minister.

MFAI met with U.S. Defence & Coast Guard Attachés to strengthen maritime cooperation as USCG Cutter Joseph Gerczak visits Rarotonga. Talks build on decades of collaboration, including the 2008 Shiprider Agreement. More USCG engagements set for next week. #CookIslands #MFAI #USCG

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Secretary, Ms. Tepaeru Herrmann, met with a visiting delegation from Australia’s Department of Defence ahead of the annual Cook Islands – Australia Defence Cooperation Program (DCP) Talks. Full MR: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/c…

The Cook Islands joined Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) representatives in a meeting with counterparts from the Government of the Republic of Korea (ROK) in Seoul last week for the Korea-Pacific Islands Inter-Sessional Meeting. Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/c…

Cook Islands calibrate United Nations partnership through Country Implementation Plan 2025-27 Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/c…

The Cook Islands and the People's Republic of China reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration in the Blue Economy through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Harbin at the end of last week. Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/c…

French Armed Forces Navy frigate PRAIRIAL arrived in Avatiu, Rarotonga, on Thursday, 27 February 2025, and will remain in harbour for the weekend. Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/f…

The Republic of the Marshall Islands took a historic step by signing the South Pacific Nuclear Free Zone Treaty (also known as the Treaty of Rarotonga), affirming its enduring commitment to a nuclear-free Pacific. Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/c…

The Tide Gauge Station at Avatiu Wharf is being calibrated this week, ensuring the Cook Islands continues to track sea-level changes for climate resilience. 🌊 #ClimateAction #MFAICookIslands Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/c…

The Pacific Islands Forum successfully concluded its first-ever Ministerial Talanoa on Deep Sea Minerals (DSM), marking a significant step in strengthening regional engagement on seabed minerals governance. Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/j…

MFAI hosted visiting Government of Niue Senior Immigration Officer Olive Kapaga recently for a comprehensive study tour as part of the MFAI’s ongoing collaboration with the Government of Niue Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/c…

Tereora College's 2025 student leaders have reintroduced the flag-raising ceremony, honouring Cook Islands traditions and values. MFAI proudly supported this initiative, sponsoring the new flagpole now standing at Tereora's entrance. #MFAI #CookIslandsPride

MFAI's National Security Advisor, Mackenzi Wichman, attended the UNODA Regional Workshop on the Biological Weapons Convention in Sydney. Enhancing national security & contributing to global disarmament efforts. Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/c…

Cook Islands Welcomes European Ambassadors! 🇵🇹🇨🇿 Ambassadors Moniz (Portugal) & Tyrer (Czech Republic) visit to present credentials & discuss climate change, tech innovation, & global peace. Strengthening ties with European partners! Full media release: mfai.gov.ck/news-updates/c…