Greater cooperation between New Zealand and Cook Islands on social policy and services

15 February 2008
For Immediate Release

“The arrangement offers benefits to both of our organisations and will promote cooperation and the sharing of information between us on social services policy and delivery, social sector strategies and strategic planning,” said Peter Hughes, the Chief Executive of New Zealand’s Ministry of Social Development.
“Already we have seen real gains as a result of the strengthened relationship. With input from New Zealand officials, the Office of the Prime Minister and other stakeholders, we have developed a draft strategic directions document for our Ministry,” said Tamari’i Tutangata, Secretary of Internal Affairs and Social Services of the Cook Islands.