Cook Islands’ new passport move, China deal leave New Zealand ‘blindsided’
- Posted on February 7, 2025
- By South China Morning Post
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Cook Islands’ new passport move, China deal leave New Zealand ‘blindsided’
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Foreign Minister Winston Peters expresses concern over Pacific nation’s independent plans, including a proposed pact with Beijing.