The role of the Ui Ariki as a cornerstone of Cook Islands society will take centre stage during Te Maeva Nui 2026, with the Ministry of Cultural Development announcing the theme for this year’s Constitution celebrations as “Taku Ui Ariki – E papa ngaueuekore ia noku – My Ariki – my immovable foundation”.
Te Maeva Nui 2026 to mark 60 years of Ui Ariki
Cook Islands News, 15 January 2026, Cook Islands
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