Cook Islands Introduction 2012, CIA World Factbook

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Cook Islands Introduction 2012

SOURCE: 2012 CIA WORLD FACTBOOK AND OTHER SOURCES

Page last updated on February 15,

Background:
Named after Captain COOK, who sighted them in 1770, the islands became a British protectorate in 1888. By 1900, administrative control was transferred to New Zealand; in 1965, residents chose self-government in free association with New Zealand. The emigration of skilled workers to New Zealand and government deficits are continuing problems.

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This page was last modified 07-Mar-12

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Cook Islands Introduction 2012 SOURCE: 2012 CIA WORLD FACTBOOK AND OTHER SOURCES