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On what date was the Minister first informed about discussions, and the subsequent agreement, of a critical minerals framework between the Cook Islands and the United States?

Answered Question 3621 (2026)
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Steve Abel

List MP · Green Party

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  • On what date was the Minister first informed about discussions, and the subsequent agreement, of a critical minerals framework between the Cook Islands and the United States?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

Answer

A briefing dated 1 December from MBIE to Minister Jones on initial US interest in a critical minerals framework was referred to Minister Peters' office on 3 December.