Cook Islands Seabed Minerals (SBM) Authority have confirmed that Prime Minister Mark Brown recently visited Aitutaki to carry out consultations on the seabed minerals (SBM) sector.
The consultations are part of Government’s ongoing engagement with Cook Islands communities to ensure they are aware of SBM developments and have an opportunity to share their views.
The delegation included the SBM Authority and SBM Advisory Committee members. Joining the delegation were licence holder representatives from CIC, CSR and Moana Minerals, who were available to answer the public’s questions on their respective exploration programmes. The delegation met with the Aitutaki Island Council, Aronga Mana, Religious Advisory Council and non-governmental organisation representatives, and also held two public consultations in Arutanga and Vaipae.