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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Tonga - Wikipedia
Tonga - CIA World Fact Book
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Rampant Tonga down Samoa in Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025 - Rugbypass.comRampant Tonga down Samoa in Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025  Rugbypass.com

Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025: Canada and Tonga out of blocks fast - World RugbyAsahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025: Canada and Tonga out of blocks fast  World Rugby

Tonga's king 'flexes his muscles' as critics fear 'dangerous' situation - Australian Broadcasting CorporationTonga's king 'flexes his muscles' as critics fear 'dangerous' situation  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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)

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 beats Manu Samoa 30-16 in Nuku'alofa - RNZTonga beats Manu Samoa 30-16 in Nuku'alofa  RNZ

Tongan gov't extends deadline for Lulutai Airlines bids - ch-aviationTongan gov't extends deadline for Lulutai Airlines bids  ch-aviation

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

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

A life-long dream come true: ocean science and storytelling in Tonga - Durham UniversityA life-long dream come true: ocean science and storytelling in Tonga  Durham University

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

USA Eagles giant Tonga Kofe signs with Leicester Tigers - Americas Rugby NewsUSA Eagles giant Tonga Kofe signs with Leicester Tigers  Americas Rugby News

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

Celebrating lea faka-Tonga Week with research excellence - The University of AucklandCelebrating lea faka-Tonga Week with research excellence  The University of Auckland

How to watch the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025 wherever you are - World RugbyHow to watch the Asahi Super Dry Pacific Nations Cup 2025 wherever you are  World Rugby

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)

The evolution of the 2022–2024 eruption at Home Reef, Tonga, analyzed from space shows vent migration due to erosion - NatureThe evolution of the 2022–2024 eruption at Home Reef, Tonga, analyzed from space shows vent migration due to erosion  Nature

Pacific Nations Cup 2025 Team Guide: Tonga - World RugbyPacific Nations Cup 2025 Team Guide: Tonga  World Rugby

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)

Australian voyage to investigate Tonga’s eruption of the century - University of TasmaniaAustralian voyage to investigate Tonga’s eruption of the century  University of Tasmania

TV!! MEDIA TO WATCH Tonga vs Samoa Live Stream Free Broadcast ON Tv Channel by Zahidulislam22223 - Ultimate GuitarTV!! MEDIA TO WATCH Tonga vs Samoa Live Stream Free Broadcast ON Tv Channel by Zahidulislam22223  Ultimate Guitar

Dragons duo in Tonga side for Pacific Nations Cup opener - uk.sports.yahoo.comDragons duo in Tonga side for Pacific Nations Cup opener  uk.sports.yahoo.com

Leicester sign US prop Kofe for next season - BBCLeicester sign US prop Kofe for next season  BBC

Tonga Language Week 2025 - parliament.nzTonga Language Week 2025  parliament.nz

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

Tongan language celebrated in South Canterbury - The PressTongan language celebrated in South Canterbury  The Press

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

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

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

The Impact of 2022 Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai (Hunga) Eruption on Stratospheric Circulation and Climate - AGU PublicationsThe Impact of 2022 Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai (Hunga) Eruption on Stratospheric Circulation and Climate  AGU Publications

Canada stun US in Pacific Nations Cup, Tonga down Samoa - The Canberra TimesCanada stun US in Pacific Nations Cup, Tonga down Samoa  The Canberra Times

Tonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #58 - 9th June 2025 - ReliefWebTonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #58 - 9th June 2025  ReliefWeb

Help Children in Tonga - unicef usaHelp Children in Tonga  unicef usa

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

A 2022 Pacific volcano eruption made a deep dive into Alaska - Phys.orgA 2022 Pacific volcano eruption made a deep dive into Alaska  Phys.org

The King of Tonga deals a harsh blow to the fragile democracy of the Pacific 'paradise' - mundoamerica.comThe King of Tonga deals a harsh blow to the fragile democracy of the Pacific 'paradise'  mundoamerica.com

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

'Our Origin': Samoa-Tonga rivalry a lure for stars - NRL.com'Our Origin': Samoa-Tonga rivalry a lure for stars  NRL.com

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

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

Magnitude 6.4 earthquake strikes Pacific nation of Tonga - Anadolu AjansiMagnitude 6.4 earthquake strikes Pacific nation of Tonga  Anadolu Ajansi

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

Pacific Language Course Launched During Tonga Language Week - Scoop - New Zealand NewsPacific Language Course Launched During Tonga Language Week  Scoop - New Zealand News

Tonga government elects ’Aisake Valu Eke as new prime minister - The GuardianTonga government elects ’Aisake Valu Eke as new prime minister  The Guardian

Reds name 10 debutants in Tonga touring squad - Queensland Reds RugbyReds name 10 debutants in Tonga touring squad  Queensland Reds Rugby

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

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

Pacific Nations Cup: Canada upset USA, Tonga beat Samoa - Rugby365Pacific Nations Cup: Canada upset USA, Tonga beat Samoa  Rugby365

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

Island Vibes unleashes Tonga Tu Ketau Tue: A celebration of Tongan identity and language - Pacific Media NetworkIsland Vibes unleashes Tonga Tu Ketau Tue: A celebration of Tongan identity and language  Pacific Media Network

Celebrating Uike Katoanga’i ‘o e lea faka-Tonga - The University of AucklandCelebrating Uike Katoanga’i ‘o e lea faka-Tonga  The University of Auckland

Second earthquake in 24 hours jolts Tonga Islands - ThePrintSecond earthquake in 24 hours jolts Tonga Islands  ThePrint

Tonga Language Week: “Holo pe tu‘u he ko e ngalu e fasi”, proverb speaks to resilience in the face of challenges - Matangi TongaTonga Language Week: “Holo pe tu‘u he ko e ngalu e fasi”, proverb speaks to resilience in the face of challenges  Matangi Tonga

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

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

'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

Watch again as UKAF took on Tonga in the opening match of IDRC 2025 - Forces NewsWatch again as UKAF took on Tonga in the opening match of IDRC 2025  Forces News

Malo e lelei! Tonga Language Week highlights how vital language is to culture - Australian Broadcasting CorporationMalo e lelei! Tonga Language Week highlights how vital language is to culture  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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

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

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

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

Tonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #8 - 27 Feb 2025 - ReliefWebTonga: Dengue Fever Outbreak: Situation Report #8 - 27 Feb 2025  ReliefWeb

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

Tonga's eruption of the century - CSIROTonga's eruption of the century  CSIRO

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

Veterinarian leads team on vital Tonga mission for animal care - NZ HeraldVeterinarian leads team on vital Tonga mission for animal care  NZ Herald

Zambia dominate against the Tongans to boost their Pool A qualification hopes - Forces NewsZambia dominate against the Tongans to boost their Pool A qualification hopes  Forces News

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

Ardron scores 4 tries as Canada beats the US, Tonga tops Samoa in the Pacific Nations Cup - Eagle-TribuneArdron scores 4 tries as Canada beats the US, Tonga tops Samoa in the Pacific Nations Cup  Eagle-Tribune

Hausia-Haugen’s last-minute heroics fire Tonga to victory - Oceania Football ConfederationHausia-Haugen’s last-minute heroics fire Tonga to victory  Oceania Football Confederation

FIJI Water Flying Fijians’ Expect a Strong PNC Encounter Against Tonga - Fiji Rugby UnionFIJI Water Flying Fijians’ Expect a Strong PNC Encounter Against Tonga  Fiji Rugby Union

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

Reds Fall Short against Tonga in Blustery Nuku'alofa - Queensland Rugby UnionReds Fall Short against Tonga in Blustery Nuku'alofa  Queensland Rugby Union

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

Pacific language course launches during Tonga Language Week - The University of AucklandPacific language course launches during Tonga Language Week  The University of Auckland

25/26 Signing: Tonga Kofe - Leicester Tigers25/26 Signing: Tonga Kofe  Leicester Tigers

'Dream of mine': Tongan star flags switch to play for Kangaroos in Ashes - Yahoo News Australia'Dream of mine': Tongan star flags switch to play for Kangaroos in Ashes  Yahoo News Australia

Tongan star Koloamatangi puts hand up for Kangaroos selection - Australian Broadcasting CorporationTongan star Koloamatangi puts hand up for Kangaroos selection  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Reds name eight debutants to face Tonga in Nuku'alofa - Queensland Reds RugbyReds name eight debutants to face Tonga in Nuku'alofa  Queensland Reds Rugby

"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

ANZ-Tonga staff raises $6129 for breast cancer awareness - Matangi TongaANZ-Tonga staff raises $6129 for breast cancer awareness  Matangi Tonga

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

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

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 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

$17 million upgrade planned for Fua‘amotu Int'l Airport - Matangi Tonga$17 million upgrade planned for Fua‘amotu Int'l Airport  Matangi Tonga

Dramatic increase in Class A drugs and cash seizures, revealed in Police Report - Matangi TongaDramatic increase in Class A drugs and cash seizures, revealed in Police Report  Matangi Tonga

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

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

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

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

Friday last day for SPAW vet clinic at Tokomololo - Matangi TongaFriday last day for SPAW vet clinic at Tokomololo  Matangi Tonga

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

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

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

Giant boulder on clifftop in Tonga was carried by a 50-metre-high wave - New ScientistGiant boulder on clifftop in Tonga was carried by a 50-metre-high wave  New Scientist

Report on Home Reef (Tonga) — 5 February-11 February 2025 - Smithsonian InstitutionReport on Home Reef (Tonga) — 5 February-11 February 2025  Smithsonian Institution