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Aitutaki communities share views on seabed minerals in SBMA korero sessions

The Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) recently held community consultations in Aitutaki to provide updates on developments in the seabed minerals sector and to hear directly from our local communities. These consultations form part of SBMA’s ongoing commitment to transparent, community-led engagement as the Cook Islands remains in an exploration-only phase.

Media ReleaseDede Mingi10 February 2026Seabed Minerals Authortiy (SBMA), Community Consultations, Aitutaki, Cook Islands, Korero Sessions, Public Engagement, Transparency, Good Governance, Environmental Protection, Exploration Phase, Science-Led Decision Making, Prime Minister Mark Brown, Community Engagement, Youth Engagement, Araura College

Let’s lead with wisdom: Opposition calls for national pause on seabed mining

Opposition leader Tina Browne is calling for a “national pause” on the Cook Islands’ deep sea mining ambitions, warning that the country is risking its oceanic heritage and identity by charging ahead with a decision that could have irreversible consequences.

Govt consultation ‘misleading’

The government-led seabed mining consultation held on Monday night with the Cook Islands community in Auckland has come under fire for what critics have described as a "one-sided consultation" filled with "misleading information."

CI NEWSDede Mingi20 November 2024Cook Islands, Sustainable Development, Environmental Advocacy, Seabed Mining, Community Consultations, Youth Engagement

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