Cook Islands
The ETC is not activated in Cook Islands. The ETC is focused on preparedness activities in Pacific Island countries under its Pacific Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) project, lead by WFP.
The Cook Islands, a group of 15 islands in the South Pacific, is increasingly vulnerable to climate change impacts such as sea-level rise, coastal erosion, and extreme weather events. These hazards threaten freshwater supplies, agriculture, and infrastructure, particularly in the outer islands where access to services is limited.
In response, the Cook Islands has adopted the Joint National Action Plan (JNAP) and the Climate Change Policy, which focus on building resilience through integrated risk management, sustainable development, and community-based adaptation.
Telecommunications in the Cook Islands are undergoing a significant transformation, with Vodafone Cook Islands partnering with Rivada in 2025 to deploy low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology, aiming to deliver high-speed, low-latency internet across all islands and enhance digital services in education, health, and government.
ICT Profile
Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI)
Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM)
Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC)
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The Cook Islands, a group of 15 islands in the South Pacific, is increasingly vulnerable to climate change impacts such as sea-level rise, coastal erosion, and extreme weather events. These hazards threaten freshwater supplies, agriculture, and infrastructure, particularly in the outer islands where access to services is limited.
In response, the Cook Islands has adopted the Joint National Action Plan (JNAP) and the Climate Change Policy, which focus on building resilience through integrated risk management, sustainable development, and community-based adaptation.
Telecommunications in the Cook Islands are undergoing a significant transformation, with Vodafone Cook Islands partnering with Rivada in 2025 to deploy low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology, aiming to deliver high-speed, low-latency internet across all islands and enhance digital services in education, health, and government.
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Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) oversees state-owned enterprises (SOEs), including Avaroa Cables Limited (ACL) and Telecom Cook Islands. ACL plays a key regulatory and infrastructure role, particularly in managing the Manatua One Polynesia Cable, which connects the Cook Islands to international broadband networks.
Disaster Risk Management Act 2007
Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI) operates under the Office of the Prime Minister.
EMCI is responsible for implementing the Disaster Risk Management Act 2007, which provides the legal foundation for disaster preparedness, response, and recovery.
Telecommunications Act (2019)
The Telecommunications Act 2019 is the primary legislation governing the regulation, licensing, and operation of telecommunications services in the Cook Islands. It replaced earlier frameworks to modernize the sector and align with international best practices. It establishes a regulatory authority responsible for; Licensing telecom operators; Monitoring compliance; Managing spectrum allocation; and Enforcing fair competition.