Posted on 26 April 2023
Wang Xiaolong, People’s Republic of China Ambassador to New Zealand and Cook Islands, alongside a business delegation of eight, met with Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown last week to discuss future political and economic cooperation.
A key area of discussion was China's support for between island transportation and connectivity. Brown said that “"Improved flight connectivity and uplift has been at the forefront of our economic recovery efforts, and the expanded connectivity offering of Air Rarotonga, within the region, will strengthen our economic resilience into the future."
The bi-lateral discussion also included how the nations will work together regarding the Pacific Island Forum, due to be held in the Cook Islands later this year.