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Robert Patman: International Relations Expert says Luxon will "set the record straight" over Cook Islands dispute

Robert Patman: International Relations Expert says Luxon will "set the record straight" over Cook Islands dispute

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An International Relations Expert says the Prime Minister will set the record straight in China regarding the pause on Cook Island aid funding.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has put millions of dollars in developmental aid on hold - saying trust needs to be restored.

The island nation signed a comprehensive strategic partnership with China, without reference to New Zealand, despite our two countries' official special relationship.

International Relations Expert Robert Patman says the timing of his current visit to China, isn't great.

He says he's sure Luxon will make the point the Cook Islands were informed well before this visit.

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