Cook Islands election: PM Mark Brown speaks on the diplomatic crises that defined his year

The Cook Islands are holding a general election, with Prime Minister Mark Brown acknowledging that last year's diplomatic crisis with ally New Zealand may be a key issue for voters. This crisis could potentially impact the election outcome, as voters weigh their support for the current government against its handling of the dispute. The diplomatic rift between the two nations is significant, given their close historical ties and New Zealand's influence in the region, making the election a closely watched event.

Read the source report: The Guardian