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Government

The government consists of a prime minister, a cabinet, a 24-member elected legislature, and a 15-member House of Arikis (hereditary chiefs). The latter is a purely consultative body that advises on traditional matters. New Zealand is responsible for foreign affairs and defense in consultation with the Cook Islands government.

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