Cook Islands Balancing Transparency and Privacy in Captive Insurance
Alan Taylor, Legal and Technical Advisor to the Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (FSDA), penned an article for the inaugural Asset Management Captive Insurance Annual 2024. The Annual, published by the Captive Insurance Times, addresses Asset management, which is often treated as an afterthought when forming a captive. Taylor notes in the article that over the […]
Cook Islands Financial Services shine in Singapore and Shanghai
Cook Islands delegation at STEP Asia 2024 in Singapore. L-R Nadine Newnham, Terai Boaza (Trustees & Fiduciaries Cook Islands), Matthew Smith (Southpac Group), Tony Fe’ao (Cook Islands Finance) and Antony Will (Cook Islands Trust Corporation). The Cook Islands continued to build its reputation as an international financial services jurisdiction, showcasing its unique offerings at two […]
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, […]
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 […]
CSB Rebrands, Launches New Website
Capital Security Bank (CSB) announced the launch of their new website on July 11, 2024, as part of a broader rebranding initiative. The rebrand and the new site are a reflection of CSB joining forces with CSB Investors Group, A statement from CSB noted: “The update is a key part of our broader rebranding initiative, designed […]
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 Enhances Transparency with New Law Website
In a groundbreaking partnership, LexisNexis, a global leader in legal publishing, and the Cook Islands Government recently announced the launch of a website designed to simplify access to the laws of the Cook Islands. The website https://cookislandslaws.gov.ck, developed in collaboration with the Cook Islands Parliamentary Services and involving a major consolidation of laws project, marks a significant advancement […]
CI Finance proudly sponsor 2024 Careers Expo
Cook Islands Finance were proud sponsors of the 2024 Go! Cook Islands Careers Expo on Thursday 13 June, 2024. The Authority’s presence at the Expo, which was organised by the Cook Islands Ministry of Educations, gave the opportunity for industry to engage and connect with the local community, highlight career paths for attendees and raise […]
