The Cook Islands has announced five-year agreement with China for the exploration of seabed minerals. New Zealand has urged the self-governing nation...

NZ called for a relationship reset after Cook Islands' China deal.

The South Pacific country of Cook Islands on Tuesday unveiled the details of a deal with China to boost cooperation on matters including mining seabed...

The island's Seabed Minerals Authority says it has held "high-level" discussions with several institutes to advance "sustainable" seabed exploration.

The strategic agreement comes as Beijing moves to deepen its ties in the Pacific region.

Some residents say the agreement has harmed relations with New Zealand while others welcome the economic benefits it may bring

Cook Islands Foreign Affairs Minister says Cabinet ministers have endorsed the comprehensive strategic agreement the country will sign with China this...

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Diplomatic tension between the Cook Islands and New Zealand is growing. Here's what it's about, what China has to do with it, and why it matters.