CK — Cook Islands

The Cook Islands is a self-governing island nation in the South Pacific, in free association with New Zealand. Avarua, on the island of Rarotonga, is the capital. The 15 islands are scattered over 2 million square kilometers of ocean. The Cook Islands uses the New Zealand Dollar (NZD) and also issues its own unique coins. For developers, the CK country code and .ck domain identify the Cook Islands' digital presence. The +682 dialing code serves the territory. The Cook Islands' free association status with New Zealand means it has its own ISO code but is not a UN member state — a nuanced classification. The .ck ccTLD has limited registrations. Cook Islands Māori is an Eastern Polynesian language related to New Zealand Māori but distinct. The islands' remote Pacific location means connectivity relies on satellite and submarine cables. The Cook Islands' tourism-driven economy makes hospitality and travel application localization relevant.