Cook Islands — Business
Statistics
• GDP: NZ$287 million (2007).
• Main exports: Copra, fresh fruit and canned citrus fruit, coffee, fish and pearls.
• Main imports: Foodstuffs, textiles, fuels, timber and capital goods.
• Main trade partners: Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Fiji and USA.
Economy
Tourism, pearl farming and agriculture are the principal industries. The islands are economically underdeveloped, largely due to their isolation, and depend on extensive aid from New Zealand. The government is seeking to build up the islands' infrastructure as a precursor to further development.
Business Etiquette
Lightweight suits are necessary.
Office hours: Mon-Fri 0800-1600.
Business Contacts
Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 242, Rarotonga, Cook Islands
Tel: 20925.
Website: www.cookislandschamber.org
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