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NZ PM Luxon Urges Trade, Raises Concerns Over Cook Islands

6/21/2025

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New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s visit to China underscored the importance of trade relations, even as he raised alarms about the Cook Islands' growing ties with Beijing. He announced a funding pause for the Cook Islands due to transparency concerns. In talks with President Xi Jinping, they explored cooperation and regional stability, with Luxon reaffirming New Zealand's dedication to easing Indo-Pacific tensions.

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New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s visit to China underscored the importance of trade relations, even as he raised alarms about the Cook Islands' growing ties with Beijing. He announced a funding pause for the Cook Islands due to transparency concerns. In talks with President Xi Jinping, they explored cooperation and regional stability, with Luxon reaffirming New Zealand's dedication to easing Indo-Pacific tensions.