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Cook Islander flag |
| Country |
Cook Islands |
| Capital |
Avarua |
| Location |
Oceania, group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean, about one-half of the way from Hawaii to New Zealand |
| Size |
240 sq km |
| Terrain |
low coral atolls in north; volcanic, hilly islands in south |
| Climate |
tropical; moderated by trade winds |
| Languages |
English (official), Maori |
| Nationality |
noun: Cook Islander(s)
adjective: Cook Islander |
| Religion |
Christian (majority of populace are members of the Cook Islands Christian Church) |
| Currency |
New Zealand dollar (NZD) |
| Exports |
copra, papayas, fresh and canned citrus fruit, coffee; fish; pearls and pearl shells; clothing |
