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Tonga Considers China’s Security Offer for Regional Summit, Sparking U.S. and Australian Concerns

On Thursday 4 April 2024, Prime Minister Siaosi Sovaleni expressed a willingness to accept China’s offer of security assistance for the upcoming major regional summit in the South Pacific kingdom. This move has sparked concerns in the United States, which is actively working to mitigate China’s expanding influence in the region.Prime Minister Sovaleni reassured that […]

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Tonga acknowledges the outgoing Australian High Commissioner’s significant diplomatic contributions

The Prime Minister honoured the departing Australian High Commissioner, Her Excellency Rachael Moore in a farewell event at the Australian Residence in Nuku’alofa on ThursdayApril 4.The Hon Hu’akavameiliku, expressed profound thanks in his farewell speech for her distinguished service in diplomacy over the past years. Despite the challenges posed by the Hunga-Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai volcanic eruption,

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Prime Minister Confirms his resignation as Minister of Defence

Prime Minister Hon Hu’akavameiliku has finally confirmed his resignation (reported by Tonga Independent bit.ly/4crPLxJ ) and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Hon Fekitamoeloa ‘Utoikamanu, from their roles in His Majesty’s Armed Forces (HMAF) and Foreign Affairs & Tourism, effective March 28, 2024. In Nuku’alofa on April 4, the Prime Minister Undertakes Cabinet Reshuffle

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Mahino Komisiona Tau’i Faihala mo e Minisita fo’ou ki he MEIDECC mo e Takimamata hili fakahaa PM ‘ena fakafisi ki he Fale Alea.

Ko e ngaahi me’a malie mei he Fale Alea ‘o Tonga ‘i he ‘aho ni lolotonga ‘a e kei hangaa ‘a e fonua ‘i he sipoti lahi hono 97 ‘a e ngaahi Kolosi ‘o Tonga, kuo fakahaa ‘e he Palemia ki he Fale Alea ‘o Tonga ‘ene fakafisi mei he lakanga Minisita Taumalu’i ‘Ene ‘Afio

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Revolutionary Pacific Engagement Visa Unveiled: 3,000 Annual Slots Open for a New Life in Australia!

Australia is gearing up to introduce a new Pacific quota within its permanent migration policy, offering a landmark opportunity for the Pacific Islands and Timor-Leste. This new Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) allocates 3,000 visas annually, aiming for a fair distribution among potential applicants. Unlike typical visa processes that favour skilled migrants, the PEV will operate

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Hokosi Pilinisi Taufa’ahau Manumataongo taleniti ‘o e La’aa Ungafonua ko Taufa’ahau Tupou 1V

Kamata lelei ‘apiako ma’olunga Liahona.Kou hokosi mo fakamanatua he Tamasi’i Pilinisi Taufa’ahau Manumataongo ki he Tonga kotoa, ‘a e hisitolia sipoti ‘ene kui ka ko e La’aa kuo Ungafonua Tupou IV ‘i he pongipongi he aho ni he mala’e Teufaiva ‘i he maa’imoa tolo tisikasi. Na’e ‘ikai ngata he’ene ikuna ‘a e tolo tisikasi ‘a

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MPs Push for Transparency in Lulutai Airlines Share Deal

The controversy surrounding the recent share transaction between Lulutai Airlines and the Retirement Fund Board has escalated, with MPs expressing disappointment over the lack of transparency from the government. In our previous article, we delved into the concerns raised by several Members of Parliament regarding the transaction, highlighting their frustration at the government’s apparent disregard

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