Cook Islands trust experts headline Estate Planning Forum in Miami

The Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (operating as Cook Islands Finance) is pleased to announce the Cook Islands Trust & Estate Planning Forum, taking place in the Davis Room at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Key Biscayne, Miami. This forum will highlight the jurisdiction’s expertise in wealth management, asset protection, and international estate planning, […]

Registry Reinforces Cook Islands’ Robust Regulatory Reputation

The Cook Islands Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) proudly announced the successful launch of its newly upgraded Online Registry for International Entities. This important milestone marked the completion of a project that commenced with the approval of Asian Development Bank (ADB) funding in June 2021.  After years of dedicated planning and development, the system officially went […]

Cook Islands to feature in Shanghai Investment Summit

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New Cyber Security Policy Strengthens Cook Islands Financial Security

The Cook Islands announced the release of its Cyber Security Policy 2024, marking a significant step in ensuring a secure digital environment for our citizens and financial services industry. The policy was officially launched during the Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network (PaCSON) Annual General Meeting (AGM) at The Edgewater Resort, with Minister Tingika Elikana delivering […]

Cook Islands Finance announce STEP Asia 2024 Sponsorship

Cook Islands Finance, the government agency dedicated to promoting and advancing the financial services industry, is pleased to announce its role as a Bronze Sponsor for the highly anticipated 2024 STEP Asia Conference. The event will take place on 12-13 November in Singapore. This year’s STEP Asia Conference will cover key topics for family planning […]

Cook Islands Finance Sponsor STEP Miami Summit

Cook Islands Finance is pleased to announce its Emerald Sponsorship for the 13th Annual STEP Miami Summit, scheduled for 24-25 October 2024 at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne, Miami. This prominent event unites top international trust and estate practitioners to explore the latest trends and insights in the financial services industry. The STEP Miami Summit is […]

Pacific Forum Addresses Correspondent Banking Issues

The Cook Islands was well-represented at the inaugural Pacific Banking Forum. (L-R) Jennifer Henry, Bank of the Cook Islands (CEO), Margaret Tangimetua, Deputy Commissioner, (FSC), Sonny Williams (Assistant Minister to the PM), Hon. Mark Brown Prime Minister of the Cook Islands, Tony Fe’ao, Financial Services Development Authority (CEO) and Ina Parker-Boxer, Bank of the Cook […]

Cook Islands showcase wealth management expertise in USA

Cook Islands Finance delegation at the America Outbound Investment Summit in San Francisco (L-R) Matthew Smith (General Manager, Southpac Group), Tine Ponia (Managing Director, Asiaciti Trust Cook Islands) and Tony Fe’ao (CEO – Cook Islands Finance). The Cook Islands recently showcased its wealth management expertise at the prestigious America Outbound Investment Summit, held on May 7th […]

BSP appoint new Country Manager

BSP Financial Group Ltd recently announced the appointment of Mr Chris Doran as the new Country Head for BSP Financial Group Cook Islands. Doran brings a wealth of experience in banking operations, garnered over a Banking career spanning 18 years. Chris brings with him extensive experience in the BSP Cook Islands operations, having been based […]

Cook Islands trusts feature in New York

The Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (Cook Islands Finance), flew the Cook Islands flag at the 19th Annual International Estate Planning Institute held in New York. The annual event attracted nearly 260 lawyers and estate planners from around the United States and the globe.  As a key event sponsor, FSDA hosted an exhibition booth which provided access to […]