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The Growing Relationship Between China and the Cook Islands: Implications and Concerns

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The Growing Relationship Between China and the Cook Islands: Implications and Concerns
The Island of Rarotonga, the largest island in the Cook Islands, is viewed from the air on Aug. 30, 2012. Marty Melville/AFP/Getty Images
Charles Davis
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The past 20 years have witnessed a growing relationship between China and the Cook Islands. This evolution has been marked by increased diplomatic, economic, and security engagements.

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Charles Davis
Charles Davis
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Charles Davis is a military veteran and lecturer with an intelligence background. His military awards include: two Bronze Star Service Medals, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, NATO Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Saudi Arabia Liberation Medal, and Kuwait Liberation Medal.