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This report we share our experiences in addressing biodiversity loss and conservation and reaffirm the commitment of the Cook Islands to the Convention on Biological Diversity. In the marine environment, there is a positive trend instead of increased coral cover nationally following a previous outbreak of crown-of-thorns starfish bleaching.

The Government and UNDP have entered into a commitment to govern UNDP's assistance to the cook islands provided under the special Fund Agreement with New Zealand("SFA")Signed by the New Zealand government on its behalf on 29 june 1963. This Country Programme Action Plan together with the Annual Workplans(AWP),(which shall be deemed annexes to this CPAP)Concluded hereunder constitute toghther the project documents as refered to in the SFA.

The video showcases the Takitumu Conservation Area in Rarotonga emphasising the collaborative and enduring efforts of local communities, environmental organisations, and conservation practitioners.