Rarotonga, Cook Islands, 18 March 2026 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI), yesterday welcomed the Government of Fiji’s appointment of Mr Wayne Insimo as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of Fiji to the Cook Islands.
This designation marks an important milestone in the relationship between the Cook Islands and Fiji, reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening regional partnerships and expanding practical cooperation across a range of areas of mutual interest.
While the Cook Islands has long hosted Honorary Consuls from a number of partner countries, including France, Spain, and Germany, this is Fiji’s first such representation in the Cook Islands.
This development builds on a strong foundation of bilateral cooperation between the two countries. In 2022, the Cook Islands established its High Commission in Suva, Fiji, followed by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on Development Cooperation in 2023, which provides a framework for collaboration across a range of priority areas.
Mr Insimo’s appointment reflects the confidence of the Government of Fiji in his ability to represent its interests and support its nationals in the Cook Islands, while contributing to closer relations between the two countries.
MFAI acknowledges the presence of Ms Eileen Pickering, First Secretary at Fiji’s High Commission in New Zealand, who attended the occasion, underscoring the importance Fiji places on this designation and its relationship with the Cook Islands.
Acting Secretary of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, Ms Teuru Passfield, welcomed the appointment, stating: “The appointment of Fiji’s first Honorary Consul to the Cook Islands reflects the strong and enduring relationship between our two countries. It demonstrates the Fiji Government’s confidence in Mr Wayne Insimo, and the trust and partnership we share as Pacific neighbours. This will further strengthen people-to-people ties between our countries, as well as regional cooperation.”
Mr Insimo’s role is expected to enhance consular assistance for Fijian nationals in the Cook Islands, while also facilitating greater engagement between our governments, private sector, and communities.
As Pacific neighbours with longstanding cultural and regional ties, the Cook Islands and Fiji share a vision of a connected, resilient, and prosperous region. The Cook Islands Government looks forward to building on this partnership with Fiji and deepening cooperation for the benefit of both countries and their people.
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