New Zealand and Cook Islands disagree on several diplomatic issues
Thursday 6 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Winston Peters, Mark Brown, Cook Islands Government
A spokesperson for Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters has confirmed that New Zealand and the Cook Islands government disagree on various matters. Meanwhile, a protest march is planned for 17 February in Rarotonga as locals express concerns regarding the Cook Islands' relationship with New Zealand and potential deals with China.
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