The Maori hold that which island nation was founded by Kupe, who discovered it under a long white cloud?

The Maori hold that New Zealand, the island nation, was founded by Kupe, who discovered it under a long white cloud. This belief is deeply ingrained in Maori mythology and oral traditions. Kupe is revered as a legendary figure who navigated the vast ocean and arrived in Aotearoa (New Zealand), where he established the first settlement. The long white cloud in Maori language refers to Aotearoa, further affirming the connection between the discovery of New Zealand and Kupe's exploration.