Foreign Minister Winston Peters needs to restate New Zealand's relationship with the Cook Islands during talks with his Chinese counterpart, former...

China will be able to establish a "significant strategic presence" in the Pacific, a security studies professor says.

The 13-to-9 vote followed a controversial partnership deal with Beijing.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters will seek answers on the issues of Chinese warships in the Tasman Sea and a controversial agreement with the Cook...

Cook Islands and China have agreed to cooperate on blue economy investments, including new port wharves and deep sea minerals development.

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown will retain his role after fighting off a no-confidence bid from the opposition.