Cook Islands
Cook Islands PM hoping to speak to NZ govt to heal rift with China
The Cook Islands Prime Minister is hoping to have an opportunity to talk with the New Zealand government to heal some of the rift from his China trip. Mark Brown returned to Avarua on Monday afternoon… Audio
No-confidence motion against Brown and his Cabinet faces delays
A motion of no confidence against the Cook Islands Cabinet, filed on 11 February, faces delays due to parliamentary procedure.
News in Cook Islands Maori for 15 February 2025
The latest news in Cook Islands Maori (Te Reo Maori Kuki Airani) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Watch: Opposition MP says NZ has looked after Cook Islanders
United Party leader Teariki Heather says Cook Islanders are concerned about Prime Minister Mark Brown's decisions that have upset Aotearoa.
China confirms 'in-depth exchange' with Cook Islands
Beijing revealed details of its meeting with Prime Minister Mark Brown for the first time on Thursday, as New Zealand Foreign Minister faces criticism for bullying. Audio
Cook Islands PM leadership comes under threat
A vote of no confidence motion has been filed against Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown and his cabinet over the comprehensive strategic partnership the country will sign with China this week. Audio
Cricket PNG promises payment to Barramundis players
Cricket PNG has confirmed it has outstanding payments to make to members of the men's national team from last year's T20 World Cup commitment.
Opposition files no-confidence motion against PM
A motion of no confidence has been filed against Mark Brown and his Cabinet.
International relations expert on NZ/Cook Is spat
An international relations specialist at Victoria University of Wellington, Dr Iati Iati, says New Zealand needs to ensure it doesn't become unhinged over the spat with the Cook Islands. Audio
Choosing sides in the battle for influence in the Pacific
As the US looks to be leaving the Pacific, and New Zealand is rowing with Kiribati and the Cook Islands, experts worry about Chinese influence.
Geopolitical games in the South Pacific
As the US looks to be leaving the Pacific, and New Zealand is rowing with Kiribati and the Cook Islands, experts worry about Chinese influence. Audio
'The Cook Islands has a better case than us'
New Zealand needs to ensure it does not become unhinged over the spat with the Cook Islands, says an international relations specialist at Victoria University of Wellington.
Mark Brown's Cabinet backs China deal
Cook Islands Foreign Affairs Minister says Cabinet ministers have endorsed the comprehensive strategic agreement the country will sign with China this week.
Cook Islands diaspora voice concerns over China deal
Cook Islanders based in New Zealand have joined the concerned voices who want to know what is in the China deal. Audio
Super Bowl winner Mailata: 'Don't be afraid to dip your toes in the water'
The 27-year-old, who has Samoan ancestry and NZ roots, was lost for words following the Philadelphia Eagles' historic Super Bowl win on Monday.
Cook Islands PM heads to China to sign agreement
Cook Islanders want to know what's in the deal with China that the nation's Prime Minister is set to sign this week. Audio
The diplomatic row between New Zealand and the Cook Islands, explained
Diplomatic tension between the Cook Islands and New Zealand is growing. Here's what it's about about, what China has to do with it, and why it matters.
Cook Islands police hit by 'realities of job market'
Police spokesperson Trevor Pitt told RNZ Pacific that they were in need of between 30 and 40 staff. Audio
Cook Islands' diplomatic snub tests relationship with NZ
A snub by the Cook Islands prime minister will be watched by any nations keen to see how deep New Zealand's partnerships in the region really are, an expert on geopolitics in the Pacific says. Audio
Cook Islands' diplomatic snub to NZ will be noticed - commentator
A snub by the Cook Islands prime minister will be watched by any nations keen to see how deep New Zealand's partnerships in the region really are, an expert on geopolitics in the Pacific says.
