During the Cook Islands Government’s recent visit to China, four key agreements were signed, including the Action Plan for the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) 2025-2030, which sets the overarching framework for bilateral cooperation. The other three agreements serve as supporting implementation mechanisms, strengthening collaboration in key areas such as the blue economy, seabed minerals, and economic and technical cooperation. All agreements can be viewed and downloaded from the relevant lead agencies:
- The Action Plan for the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) 2025-2030 – The overarching framework for bilateral collaboration between the Cook Islands and the People’s Republic of China, across economic development, infrastructure, climate resilience, and cultural exchanges. Agency lead is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration – view Action Plan here
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Deepening Blue Economy Cooperation – A commitment to fostering sustainable maritime industries, environmental conservation, and investment in marine-based sectors. Agency lead is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration – view MoU here
- Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the Blue Partnership in Seabed Minerals Affairs – An agreement to strengthen collaboration on seabed mineral research, capacity building, and environmental sustainability. Agency lead is the Seabed Minerals Authority – view MoU here
- Agreement on Economic and Technical Cooperation – A grant aid agreement providing RMB ¥20 million Yuan (approximately NDZ $4.6 million) in support of mutually agreed, and still to be determined, development projects in the Cook Islands. Agency lead is the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management – view Agreement here.
These agreements reflect the Cook Islands’ ongoing commitment to fostering international partnerships that support national development and regional resilience.
If you have any further questions on the agreements, please reach out to the relevant lead agency.
