Cook Islands

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The Cook Islands is a self-governing territory in free association with New Zealand, located in the South Pacific Ocean with a population of approximately 18,000 people. English and Cook Islands Maori are the official languages of the territory. Cook Islands Maori, also known as Rarotongan, is a Polynesian language spoken by the majority of the population. English is also widely spoken and is the language of government, education, and business. Other Polynesian languages, including Tongan and Samoan, are also spoken on the islands.

Religion:

The Cook Islands is a predominantly Christian country, with over 90% of the population identifying as Christian. The majority of Cook Islanders belong to the Cook Islands Christian Church, which is a Protestant denomination. Other Protestant denominations, including Seventh-day Adventists and Mormons, are also present on the islands. Roman Catholicism is practiced by a small percentage of the population. The country is known for its religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence among different religions.

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