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Resignation of the Seabed Minerals Commissioner
Resignation of the Seabed Minerals Commissioner

The Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) regretfully announces the resignation of Alex Herman as Seabed Minerals Commissioner, marking the conclusion of an impactful chapter in SBMA’s history.

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Media ReleaseDede MingiAlex Herman Resignation, Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA), Cook Islands Leadership, Sustainable Development, Marae Moana Stewardship, Seabed Minerals Regulation, Environmental Sustainability, People Empowerment, Capacity Building, Marine Scientific Research, Pacific Community (SPC), Leadership Transition, Cook Islands Public Service, Prime Minister Mark Brown, Team Development, Global Collaboration, Responsible Resource Management, Regional Opportunities, Public Service Recruitment, SBMA Legacy, International Best Practices, Talent Mentorship, Regulatory Frameworks
Poll: Cook Islanders oppose deep sea mining
Poll: Cook Islanders oppose deep sea mining

A recent online opinion poll conducted in the Cook Islands revealed that 66 per cent of residents oppose deep sea mining, while 49 per cent disapprove of exploration.

The government regulator overseeing seabed minerals activities in the Cook Islands rejected the poll result saying that the methodology was flawed and “did not fully capture the breadth of the public’s views on this complex issue”.

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CI NEWSDede MingiSeabed Mining Debate, Protect Our Oceans, Cook Islands Voices, Cultural Significance, Save Our Seas, Environmental Sustainability, Marine Conservation