New Zealand and Cook Islands sign a defense pact, easing tensions over a China deal

In the new declaration, Cook Islands pledged New Zealand would be its “partner of choice regarding defense and security ...

New Zealand, Cook Islands sign defence and security declaration, reset relationship

By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON, April 2 (Reuters) - New Zealand and the Cook Islands signed a new defence and security agreement on Thursday, seeking to reset ties after months of tension over the Cook ...