Cook Islands COVID-19 Timeline A brief history of the Cook Islands' response to COVID-19

The Cook Islands Government collects and publishes a range of data and statistics. The events listed below are milestones and turning points which stand out in our country's vast response to the pandemic. From our international air borders closing, to repatriated flights, economic response packages and vaccination drives, the Cook Islands Government placed the health, safety and wellbeing of our people at the forefront of every decision.

COVID-19 Timeline Introduction

The Cook Islands is the hidden gem of the South Pacific. Yet, despite feeling a world away from those overseas, our nation was still severely affected by the global pandemic, COVID-19. Local communities had to swiftly adapt and survive these unprecedented times, especially with borders closed for a long period to ensure the safety and ultimate wellbeing of our people. Below is a timeline that maps out the Cook Islands’ response to COVID-19 across 4 main areas: Health, Economic, Travel and Border, and Tourism. Now that we have reopened to the world in 2022, we continue to work hard through the lengthy process of recovery following the impact of the pandemic.