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Feature Article | 60 Years of Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Sector: Then & Now Charting Our Journey from 1965 to 2025
Feature Article | 60 Years of Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Sector: Then & Now Charting Our Journey from 1965 to 2025

For six decades, the Cook Islands has been on a remarkable journey, exploring the vast blue frontier beneath its waters. From early discoveries in the 1960s to becoming a leader in seabed minerals governance, this story is one of vision, resilience, and responsible resource management.

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Feature ArticleDede MingiCook Islands, Seabed Minerals, SBMA, Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority, Rarotonga, 60 Years Of Progress, Seabed Exploration, Responsible Resource Management, Blue Economy, Polymetallic Nodules, Environmental Sustainability, Marine Science, Ethical Development, Seabed Mining, Seabed Minerals Governance, Scientific Research, Innovation, Community Engagement, Sustainable Development, Ecosystem Based Management, Pa Enua, Global Leadership, Technology Advancement, Cobalt Nickel Manganese, ARTEX 2023, WISE 2024, ARTEX 2025, Collaboration
Diaspora concerns addressed in NZ seabed mining talks, says PM
Diaspora concerns addressed in NZ seabed mining talks, says PM

Cook Islands Government’s recent consultation tour in New Zealand was a significant success, effectively addressing numerous concerns held by the diaspora regarding seabed mining, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.

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CI NEWSDede MingiSeabed Mining, Cook Islands, Prime Minister Mark Brown, Diaspora Engagement, Environmental Concerns, Te Ipukarea Society, Korero o te Orau, Ocean Ancestors, SBMA, Pacific Islands, Marine Conservation, Scientific Research, Public Consultation, Sustainable Development, Economic Growth, Environmental Protection, Seabed Resources, Policy Debate, Climate Action, Ocean Governance
PM clarifies use of NGO logos in seabed mining consultation
PM clarifies use of NGO logos in seabed mining consultation

Prime Minister Mark Brown has responded to concerns raised by two environmental groups, Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) and Korero o te Orau, regarding the government’s recent seabed mining consultation in New Zealand.

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CI NEWSDede MingiSeabed Mining, Cook Islands, Prime Minister Mark Brown, Environmental Concerns, Te Ipukarea Society, Korero o te Orau, SBMA, Marine Conservation, Stakeholder Engagement, NGO Involvement, Sustainable Development, Environmental Protection, Pacific Islands, Economic Development, Scientific Research, Public Consultation, Sebed Resources, Policy Debate, Climate Action, Ocean Governance
Deep ocean groundings
Deep ocean groundings

Journalist Rachel Reeves shares insights and revelations from this week’s Deep Sea Symposium hosted by the Cook Islands Centre For Research (Te Puna Vai Marama).

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CI NEWSDede MingiDeep Sea Syposium, Cook islands, Deep Sea Mining, Environmental Impact, Marine Science, Sustainable Development, Indigenous Knowledge, Polymetallic Nodules, Cultural Heritage, Climate Change, Economic Analysis, Marine Conservation, Scientific Research, Ocean Governance, Community Engagement, Sustainable Practices
PM declares seabed minerals ambition
PM declares seabed minerals ambition

Cook Islands wants to be the country that is at the forefront of the seabed minerals sector, declared Prime Minister Mark Brown.

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