Politics
PM’s Australia tour financed by Aussie taxpayers
Wednesday 15 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown’s four day Australia trip was bankrolled by Australia taxpayers.
A calling to represent Nukuroa
Wednesday 15 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
First time candidate Paul Raui Pokoati Allsworth is standing for his home island of Mitiaro, for the United Party in the upcoming General Elections on August 1.
Election date confirmed
Tuesday 14 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
The 2022 General Election will be held on August 1, announced the Queen’s Representative (QR) Sir Tom Marsters on Monday.
Newcomer wants to be a voice for Takuvaine
Monday 13 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
Businesswoman Davina Hosking-Ashford is standing for the Democratic Party in this year’s General Election to ensure the needs and concerns of the Takuvaine-Tutakimoa community are heard.
'Clean up campaign'
Saturday 11 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The Democratic Party will establish an independent commission against corruption if they get into power, says its leader.
Demo's pledge to eliminate corruption and debt
Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The Democratic Party shared its manifesto on Monday evening at The Rarotongan Resort and Spa with the focus on eliminating corruption and debt while diversifying the country’s economy.
Opposition leader calls for caution ahead of PM's phone call with China's foreign Minister
Friday 27 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
Opposition leader Tina Browne has called for caution ahead of the Prime Minister’s phone call on Saturday with China foreign minister Wang Yi.
Cooks will find ‘ready partners’ in PM Albanese
Monday 23 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
Cook Islands will find ready partners in newly elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Foreign Minister Penny Wong and their fellow ministers, says the Australian High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Dr Christopher Watkins.
Opposition leader slams govt with ‘zero results’
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The leader of the Opposition says the Government has produced “zero results” when it comes to diversifying the economy, despite the Cook Islands Party making it a main talking point.
Cook Islands flagged superyacht belonging to Russian oligarch ‘sanctioned’
Tuesday 15 March 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
Maritime Cook Islands has confirmed a Cook Islands-registered yacht linked to a Russian oligarch has been sanctioned by the Treasury of the United States.
Reports on SG Puna stepping down ‘premature and puzzling’
Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics, Regional
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says any discussions relating to the Pacific Islands Forum Secretary General Henry Puna stepping aside are “premature and puzzling”.
Time for transparent and accountable leadership
Wednesday 5 January 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Politics
Kia Orana kotou katoatoa i teia mataiti ou, As the Leader of the Opposition I would like to share a few thoughts with you all.
Govt approves ‘the only one of its kind in the world’ Act
Friday 17 December 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority has launched a new product targeting United States with a high divorce rate as a potential market.
New Act brings relief to deregistered companies
Thursday 16 December 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
Local businesses that have been struck off the companies register can now reregister following the passing of the Companies Amendment Bill 2021 during the recent Parliament sitting.
MP's take offence at United Party leader’s comments
Thursday 9 December 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Politics
Two Cook Islands politicians have taken exception to comments they say were made by United Party leader Teariki Heather on talkback radio, claiming he has reached a new low.
Lawmakers pass new Immigration Act
Monday 6 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
The passing of the Cook Islands Immigration Act 2021 on Thursday – despite administrative issues – is due to the support of the Prime Minister Mark Brown and the Minister Foreign Affairs and Immigration, to ensure the country has an Immigration Act that reflects the will of the people.
'United' we stand
Friday 3 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
The Cook Islands United Party has announced 11 candidates who will contest in the 2022 general elections.
Wrong law passed in Parliament
Thursday 2 December 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The wrong version of the new Immigration Act was made law in Parliament last week after being ‘accidentally’ signed off by the Queen’s Representative, a former speaker of Parliament blames the Prime Minister for the blunder.
Crimes Bill deferred again
Tuesday 23 November 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
The much-anticipated debate on the Crimes Bill 2019 in Parliament has been deferred again following delays in the delivery of the final draft by the Crown Law.
Over 100 expats set to receive PR status
Tuesday 23 November 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
Over a hundred people could become Cook Islands permanent residents before the end of the year, now that the Cook Islands Immigration Bill passed its third reading.
