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Country Guide > Australia and South Pacific > Cook Islands


Business Profile

Economy
Tourism is the principal industry. The islands are economically underdeveloped, largely due to their isolation, and depend on extensive aid from New Zealand. Fresh fruit is the islands’ main export product. The Government is seeking to build up the islands’ infrastructure as a precursor to further development.

Business
Tropical or lightweight suits are necessary. Office hours: Mon-Fri 0800-1600.

Commercial Information
The following organisation can offer advice: Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 242, Rarotonga (tel: 20925; fax: 20969).


   
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