Cook Islands Participate in Global Biodiversity Meeting in Panama
The Panama meeting set the stage for the first Global Review of the KM-GBF in 2026, signaling a growing need for science-based, inclusive, and well-financed
Day: December 24, 2025
Historic First Article 8(j) Meeting Sets New Standard for Indigenous and Local Community Engagement in Global Biodiversity Governance
During the meeting, delegates discussed how SB8J will operate and how it will ensure meaningful IPLC participation in decision-making.
Pacific Diplomacy Training Programme – Manaaki New Zealand Scholars
The Manaaki New Zealand Scholarship reflects New Zealand’s commitment to investing in Pacific leadership and strengthening regional partnerships.
Five Pacific Countries Discuss Marine Spatial Planning at Future Adaptions Conference
The theme of Adaptation Futures 2025 included indigenous peoples, oceans, cities and infrastructure, food, water and biodiversity nexus, health and wellbeing for the future generation,
Cook Islands joins 196 countries reviewing global efforts to combat desertification, land degradation and drought
The delegation highlighted challenges specific to small islands, including how coastal erosion and saltwater intrusion affect productive land, the vulnerability of freshwater sources during drought,
Mii Kauvai Recognised as Woman of the Month for Environmental Leadership
Through the GEF-7 Project ENUA, Mii and the Muri Environment Care Group have led community engagement through Kōrero events, documenting key environmental issues affecting the
GEF7 ENUA Project – UoN Progress Update
In November, the project hosted Dr. Troy Gaston, Dr. Chris Owers, and a group of 12 postgraduate students from the University of Newcastle.
NES wraps up Citizen Science Project
This initiative has laid the groundwork for ongoing citizen science participation and strengthened stakeholder relationships, creating a foundation for more inclusive environmental reporting in the
Suwarrow Rangers’ successful conservation mission
With the return of the Suwarrow Rangers, Suwarrow will remain closed till June 2026.
Draft Environment Bill 2024 consultations have closed
With consultations now closed, NES are analysing submissions, refine the Draft Bill where appropriate, and progress it through the remaining policy and legislative processes.