Tonga

Country Tonga
Capital Nukuʻalofa
Continent Australia-Oceania
Currency Paʻanga(TOP)
Languages Tongan & English

Nuku Alofa

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Tonga - unique among Pacific nations - never completely lost its indigenous governance. The archipelagos of "The Friendly Islands" were united into a Polynesian kingdom in 1845. Tonga became a constitutional monarchy in 1875 and a British protectorate in 1900; it withdrew from the protectorate and joined the Commonwealth of Nations in 1970. Tonga remains the only monarchy in the Pacific.

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Jimmy Uso battles Talla Tonga on the SmackDown before SummerSlam - WWEJimmy Uso battles Talla Tonga on the SmackDown before SummerSlam  WWE

New Zealand kick-start title defence with victory over Tonga - Oceania Football ConfederationNew Zealand kick-start title defence with victory over Tonga  Oceania Football Confederation

How Tonga and WHO are joining forces to strengthen dengue outbreak response - World Health Organization (WHO)How Tonga and WHO are joining forces to strengthen dengue outbreak response  World Health Organization (WHO)

Tongan government branches come together for Commonwealth dialogue on separation of powers - thecommonwealth.orgTongan government branches come together for Commonwealth dialogue on separation of powers  thecommonwealth.org

Impact of water vapor on stratospheric temperature after the 2022 Hunga Tonga eruption: direct radiative cooling versus indirect warming by facilitating large particle formation | npj Climate and Atmospheric Science - NatureImpact of water vapor on stratospheric temperature after the 2022 Hunga Tonga eruption: direct radiative cooling versus indirect warming by facilitating large particle formation | npj Climate and Atmospheric Science  Nature

Tsunami warning lifted after 7.0 earthquake near Tonga in the South Pacific - The HinduTsunami warning lifted after 7.0 earthquake near Tonga in the South Pacific  The Hindu

Tonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #52 - 19th May 2025 - ReliefWebTonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #52 - 19th May 2025  ReliefWeb

Tonga: Technical Assistance Report-Modernizing the Monetary Policy Framework and Operations of the NRBT - International Monetary FundTonga: Technical Assistance Report-Modernizing the Monetary Policy Framework and Operations of the NRBT  International Monetary Fund

Tonga-Samoa given Suncorp Stadium for Pacific cracker - National Indigenous TimesTonga-Samoa given Suncorp Stadium for Pacific cracker  National Indigenous Times

Trading Debt for Conservation in Tonga - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineTrading Debt for Conservation in Tonga  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Patriots Unfiltered 7/29: Training Camp Day 6 Observations, Khyiris Tonga In-Studio - New England PatriotsPatriots Unfiltered 7/29: Training Camp Day 6 Observations, Khyiris Tonga In-Studio  New England Patriots

Tonga validates its first National Employment Policy - International Labour OrganizationTonga validates its first National Employment Policy  International Labour Organization

A Seismic Precursor 15 min Before the Giant Eruption of Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai Volcano on 15 January 2022 - AGU PublicationsA Seismic Precursor 15 min Before the Giant Eruption of Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai Volcano on 15 January 2022  AGU Publications

Kamchatka tsunami alert in force for Tonga tonight - Matangi TongaKamchatka tsunami alert in force for Tonga tonight  Matangi Tonga

Putting plans into action: Tonga prepares its workforce for future public health emergencies - World Health Organization (WHO)Putting plans into action: Tonga prepares its workforce for future public health emergencies  World Health Organization (WHO)

Commonwealth to host Latimer House Dialogue in Tonga - thecommonwealth.orgCommonwealth to host Latimer House Dialogue in Tonga  thecommonwealth.org

Substantial trace metal input from the 2022 Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai eruption into the South Pacific - NatureSubstantial trace metal input from the 2022 Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai eruption into the South Pacific  Nature

Patriots Unfiltered: Training Camp Day 6 Observations, Khyiris Tonga In-Studio - New England PatriotsPatriots Unfiltered: Training Camp Day 6 Observations, Khyiris Tonga In-Studio  New England Patriots

Tonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #47 - 2nd May 2025 - ReliefWebTonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #47 - 2nd May 2025  ReliefWeb

Joint external evaluation of the International Health Regulations (2005) core capacities of Tonga - World Health Organization (WHO)Joint external evaluation of the International Health Regulations (2005) core capacities of Tonga  World Health Organization (WHO)

Former LDS missionary accused of sexually abusing minors in Tonga, luring them with video games and RC cars - The Salt Lake TribuneFormer LDS missionary accused of sexually abusing minors in Tonga, luring them with video games and RC cars  The Salt Lake Tribune

Far from home: students reflect on culture shock, life lessons in Tonga - Goulburn PostFar from home: students reflect on culture shock, life lessons in Tonga  Goulburn Post

7.1 magnitude earthquake hits Tonga, tsunami warning issued - The Times of India7.1 magnitude earthquake hits Tonga, tsunami warning issued  The Times of India

Tonga Poised to Be the First Country to Recognize Rights of Whales - Inside Climate NewsTonga Poised to Be the First Country to Recognize Rights of Whales  Inside Climate News

Tonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #60 - 16th June 2025 - ReliefWebTonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #60 - 16th June 2025  ReliefWeb

Tonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #39 - 4th April 2025 - ReliefWebTonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #39 - 4th April 2025  ReliefWeb

Tonga’s new Prime Minister, Dr ‘Aisake Valu Eke - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy CentreTonga’s new Prime Minister, Dr ‘Aisake Valu Eke  Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

Queensland Reds set to play Tonga in Nuku’alofa - Queensland Reds RugbyQueensland Reds set to play Tonga in Nuku’alofa  Queensland Reds Rugby

Tonga elects new prime minister after predecessor’s sudden resignation - Al JazeeraTonga elects new prime minister after predecessor’s sudden resignation  Al Jazeera

Tonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #65 - 11th July 2025 - ReliefWebTonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #65 - 11th July 2025  ReliefWeb

Tonga government elects ’Aisake Valu Eke as new prime minister - theguardian.comTonga government elects ’Aisake Valu Eke as new prime minister  theguardian.com

Notes from a field visit in Tonga - UnicefNotes from a field visit in Tonga  Unicef

Tonga Ministry of Health hit with cyberattack affecting website, IT systems - The Record from Recorded Future NewsTonga Ministry of Health hit with cyberattack affecting website, IT systems  The Record from Recorded Future News

Press conference, Tonga - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsPress conference, Tonga  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

Wang Yi Meets with Crown Prince and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Tonga Tupouto'a 'Ulukalala - fmprc.gov.cnWang Yi Meets with Crown Prince and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Tonga Tupouto'a 'Ulukalala  fmprc.gov.cn

Ikale Tahi fly into NZ - Islands BusinessIkale Tahi fly into NZ  Islands Business

Here’s How the Hunga Tonga Eruption Sounded - eos.orgHere’s How the Hunga Tonga Eruption Sounded  eos.org

Kona Cafe Makes Huge Changes to Beloved Tonga Toast & More: Daily Recap (8/1/25) - WDW News TodayKona Cafe Makes Huge Changes to Beloved Tonga Toast & More: Daily Recap (8/1/25)  WDW News Today

Tonga: Building infrastructure resilience in an isolated, hazardous world - UNDRRTonga: Building infrastructure resilience in an isolated, hazardous world  UNDRR

Tonga prime minister resigns ahead of no-confidence vote - Al JazeeraTonga prime minister resigns ahead of no-confidence vote  Al Jazeera

Pacific Partnership 2025 commences mission stop in Kingdom of Tonga - cpf.navy.milPacific Partnership 2025 commences mission stop in Kingdom of Tonga  cpf.navy.mil

Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Meets with IOM Chief of Mission and Sub-Regional Coordinator for the Pacific_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Meets with IOM Chief of Mission and Sub-Regional Coordinator for the Pacific_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

There's a humongous boulder on a cliff in Tonga. Now we know how it got there. - Live ScienceThere's a humongous boulder on a cliff in Tonga. Now we know how it got there.  Live Science

Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Attends Handover Ceremony of China-Donated Barge Boat to Tonga - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Attends Handover Ceremony of China-Donated Barge Boat to Tonga  mfa.gov.cn

'Shining anus' volcano in Tonga coughs up cloud of smoke during recent eruption — Earth from space - Live Science'Shining anus' volcano in Tonga coughs up cloud of smoke during recent eruption — Earth from space  Live Science

Japan-Tonga Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Tonga Foreign Ministers’ Meeting  mofa.go.jp

Tsunami warnings remain in Pacific, Hawaii reports no 'wave of consequence' - as it happened - Australian Broadcasting CorporationTsunami warnings remain in Pacific, Hawaii reports no 'wave of consequence' - as it happened  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Former missionary indicted for alleged sexual exploitation of children in Tonga - Australian Broadcasting CorporationFormer missionary indicted for alleged sexual exploitation of children in Tonga  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Mormon Church responds to allegations against American missionary accused of abusing Tongan boys - RNZMormon Church responds to allegations against American missionary accused of abusing Tongan boys  RNZ

Comparing Chinese and Australian aid in Tonga: Visibility, pageantry and performance - Lowy InstituteComparing Chinese and Australian aid in Tonga: Visibility, pageantry and performance  Lowy Institute

NDRMO Tonga Concludes Tongatapu Consultations on Establishing Village DRM Committees and Plans - UNDPNDRMO Tonga Concludes Tongatapu Consultations on Establishing Village DRM Committees and Plans  UNDP

Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Publishes an Article Named “Belt and Road Cooperation Provides a Strong Boost to World Development” in Tongan Media Outlet_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Publishes an Article Named “Belt and Road Cooperation Provides a Strong Boost to World Development” in Tongan Media Outlet_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

Visit to Fiji, Tonga and Vanuatu - Australian Minister for Foreign AffairsVisit to Fiji, Tonga and Vanuatu  Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs

Scammers target Tongan public enterprise - Matangi TongaScammers target Tongan public enterprise  Matangi Tonga

Island Country of Tonga Partners with Everbridge to Enhance Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems & Response - EverbridgeIsland Country of Tonga Partners with Everbridge to Enhance Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems & Response  Everbridge

Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Introduces the Global Women’s Summit to Tongan Young Female Representatives_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Introduces the Global Women’s Summit to Tongan Young Female Representatives_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

Tonga Case Study | Climate Refugees - Othering & Belonging InstituteTonga Case Study | Climate Refugees  Othering & Belonging Institute

Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Publishes an Article Named “Let’s Celebrate the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations Together” in Tongan Media_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Publishes an Article Named “Let’s Celebrate the International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations Together” in Tongan Media_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

Tonga - General DebateTonga  General Debate

Tonga to appoint women's coach for 2025 Pacific Championships - NRL.comTonga to appoint women's coach for 2025 Pacific Championships  NRL.com

Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Calls on Hon. Uhilamoelangi Fasi, Tonga’s new Minister for Education and Training, as well as Minister for Lands and Natural Resources_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Calls on Hon. Uhilamoelangi Fasi, Tonga’s new Minister for Education and Training, as well as Minister for Lands and Natural Resources_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

Digicel Pacific Taps SES’s Services to Bolster Disaster Recovery for Tonga Islands - SES | SatelliteDigicel Pacific Taps SES’s Services to Bolster Disaster Recovery for Tonga Islands  SES | Satellite

Vava’u Leads the Way: Tonga’s Bold Step Toward a Sustainable Future - UNDPVava’u Leads the Way: Tonga’s Bold Step Toward a Sustainable Future  UNDP

Ex-Wales centre Halaholo set for Tonga debut - BBCEx-Wales centre Halaholo set for Tonga debut  BBC

Former Mormon missionary arrested in Pittsburgh, accused of sexually abusing minors - CBS NewsFormer Mormon missionary arrested in Pittsburgh, accused of sexually abusing minors  CBS News

Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Attends the Handover Ceremony for the Donation of Goods - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Attends the Handover Ceremony for the Donation of Goods  fmprc.gov.cn

Khyiris Tonga downplays being honored as Patriots offseason award winner - Pats PulpitKhyiris Tonga downplays being honored as Patriots offseason award winner  Pats Pulpit

Tonga’s PM Hu’akavameiliku throws in the towel - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy CentreTonga’s PM Hu’akavameiliku throws in the towel  Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

Tonga's bold new brass adventure - RNZTonga's bold new brass adventure  RNZ

Tonga's prime minister resigns ahead of no confidence vote, local media report - ReutersTonga's prime minister resigns ahead of no confidence vote, local media report  Reuters

A 7.0 earthquake causes slight damage in Tonga and brief tsunami evacuations - AP NewsA 7.0 earthquake causes slight damage in Tonga and brief tsunami evacuations  AP News

A 164-Foot Tsunami Pushed This Enormous Boulder Atop a Cliff in Tonga 7,000 Years Ago - Smithsonian MagazineA 164-Foot Tsunami Pushed This Enormous Boulder Atop a Cliff in Tonga 7,000 Years Ago  Smithsonian Magazine

Tonga weighs new deep sea mining deal with The Metals Company - RNZTonga weighs new deep sea mining deal with The Metals Company  RNZ

New Tongan prime minister elected in secret ballot after surprise resignation - Australian Broadcasting CorporationNew Tongan prime minister elected in secret ballot after surprise resignation  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Russia earthquake tsunami threat for parts of the Pacific - StuffRussia earthquake tsunami threat for parts of the Pacific  Stuff

How a Two-Story Boulder Ended Up on a 120-Foot-High Cliff - The New York TimesHow a Two-Story Boulder Ended Up on a 120-Foot-High Cliff  The New York Times

House passes three bills, including Constitutional Amendment - Matangi TongaHouse passes three bills, including Constitutional Amendment  Matangi Tonga

Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Meets with Tonga’s new Minister for Trade and Economic Development Hon. Kapeli Lanumata_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - mfa.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Meets with Tonga’s new Minister for Trade and Economic Development Hon. Kapeli Lanumata_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  mfa.gov.cn

Resilience in the Heart of the Pacific: Lessons from Tonga - UNDPResilience in the Heart of the Pacific: Lessons from Tonga  UNDP

M 7.0 - 61 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga - USGS (.gov)M 7.0 - 61 km SSE of Pangai, Tonga  USGS (.gov)

"Paradise in Isolation": Tonga and the Fight for Influence in the Pacific - Georgetown Journal of International Affairs"Paradise in Isolation": Tonga and the Fight for Influence in the Pacific  Georgetown Journal of International Affairs

Mormon missionary sexually abused 14 boys overseas, feds say. Arrest made in PA - Sacramento BeeMormon missionary sexually abused 14 boys overseas, feds say. Arrest made in PA  Sacramento Bee

Chinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Publishes an Article Named “China’s Stability is a Vital Pillar For Global Development”in Tongan Media_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China - fmprc.gov.cnChinese Ambassador to Tonga Liu Weimin Publishes an Article Named “China’s Stability is a Vital Pillar For Global Development”in Tongan Media_Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China  fmprc.gov.cn

FIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League - Oceania Conference 2, Stop 4: Tonga Take Both Titles - fiba.basketballFIBA 3x3 Youth Nations League - Oceania Conference 2, Stop 4: Tonga Take Both Titles  fiba.basketball

One player, four countries—why this emerging NRL star chose Tonga - sportingnews.comOne player, four countries—why this emerging NRL star chose Tonga  sportingnews.com

Tonga - mVAM Bulletin - October-November 2024 - ReliefWebTonga - mVAM Bulletin - October-November 2024  ReliefWeb

Chinese Embassy in Tonga and Tongan Foreign Ministry Successfully Hold Networking Party - mfa.gov.cnChinese Embassy in Tonga and Tongan Foreign Ministry Successfully Hold Networking Party  mfa.gov.cn

Eagles defeat Tonga in November tour victory - Eagles RugbyEagles defeat Tonga in November tour victory  Eagles Rugby

Australia defeat Tonga 20-14 in men’s Pacific Championships final – as it happened | Australia rugby league - theguardian.comAustralia defeat Tonga 20-14 in men’s Pacific Championships final – as it happened | Australia rugby league  theguardian.com

Chinese Embassy in Tonga Hosts the 2025 Spring Festival Reception - mfa.gov.cnChinese Embassy in Tonga Hosts the 2025 Spring Festival Reception  mfa.gov.cn

Simon scores an explosive hat-trick as Vanuatu power past Tonga in Group B opener - Oceania Football ConfederationSimon scores an explosive hat-trick as Vanuatu power past Tonga in Group B opener  Oceania Football Confederation

MICS7: A groundbreaking step for Tonga in data collection to monitor the well-being of all children and their families - UnicefMICS7: A groundbreaking step for Tonga in data collection to monitor the well-being of all children and their families  Unicef

Pacific Partnership 2025 Concludes Mission Stop in the Kingdom of Tonga, June 27, 2025 - navy.milPacific Partnership 2025 Concludes Mission Stop in the Kingdom of Tonga, June 27, 2025  navy.mil

Two people die of dengue fever in Tonga - ABC Pacific - Australian Broadcasting CorporationTwo people die of dengue fever in Tonga - ABC Pacific  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Dragons sign Tonga wing Inisi for next season - BBCDragons sign Tonga wing Inisi for next season  BBC

No damage in Tonga from 10-30cm tsunami - Matangi TongaNo damage in Tonga from 10-30cm tsunami  Matangi Tonga

'Nothing personal': Tonga PM announces 'surprise' resignation ahead of no-confidence vote - Australian Broadcasting Corporation'Nothing personal': Tonga PM announces 'surprise' resignation ahead of no-confidence vote  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Breaking Ground: Tonga's Sole Female Civil Engineer - UNDPBreaking Ground: Tonga's Sole Female Civil Engineer  UNDP

8621 DT Global - Palladium 20 - 27 July 2025 - Matangi Tonga8621 DT Global - Palladium 20 - 27 July 2025  Matangi Tonga

From Tonga, Guterres appeals for ‘a surge in funds to deal with surging seas’ - Welcome to the United NationsFrom Tonga, Guterres appeals for ‘a surge in funds to deal with surging seas’  Welcome to the United Nations