Controversy over who leads Cook IslandsJo Moir New Zealand Prime Minister John Key with Cook Islands Prime Minister Henry Puna on a visit celebrating 50 years of self-governance for the islands, in August last year. READ MORE:* Cook Islands push for independence from NZ* Cook Islands celebrate 50 years as a nation* No seat on UN for Cook Islands, says KeyRadio New Zealand has reported Finance Minister Mark Brown called the illegal and "bordering on treason". Cook Island's news sites are reporting confusion over who is leading the island nation. The Cook Islands Opposition is claiming Puna has been rolled in a vote of no confidence. It's a status that leaves New Zealand responsible for defence and foreign policy in consultation with the Cook Islands' Government.

Source: Stuff June 21, 2016 04:18 UTC