The New York Times

How China Became a Wedge Between Two South Pacific Neighbors

A standoff between New Zealand and the Cook Islands reflects an urgent question in the Pacific: Is China a threat or a partner for growth? By Victoria Kim Reporting from Wellington, New Zealand Every ...
Newsweek

Map Shows Where US Will Start Deep Sea Mining in the Pacific

The U.S. has partnered with the Cook Islands, a self-governing country in the South Pacific, to develop the latter's resource potential and build up America's critical mineral stockpile. "The ...
Reuters

Where is the Cook Islands and what is its relationship with New Zealand?

WELLINGTON, Feb 10 (Reuters) - The Cook Islands lie halfway between New Zealand and Hawaii and are made up of 15 islands and atolls spread over 700 square miles (1.9 million square kilometres) The ...
Reuters

New Zealand voices renewed concern as Cook Islands PM eyes agreement with China

New Zealand seeks transparency from Cook Islands on China agreements China says it sees Cook Islands as important South Pacific partner Cook Islands opposition questions lack of consultation on China ...