Tonga
News in Tongan for 29 May 2019
The latest news in Tongan language (Lea Faka-Tonga) - brought to you by our partner - Pacific Media Network. Audio
Tonga health minister made WHO executive
Tonga's Minister of Health has been appointed to the World Health Organisation's Executive Board.
News in Tongan for 28 May 2019
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Planned changes more democratic - Tonga Govt
Planned reforms in Tonga will not diminish the authority of the King, the government says.
Controversial Tonga bills back before parliament next week
A raft of controversial bills that the Tonga government had wanted to push through under urgency are now set to return to parliament for further consideration from next week. Audio
Pacific feminists urged to stay strong
Pacific feminists can overcome distance and use their combined strength in fighting for gender equality, human rights and justice in the region. Joey Joleen Mataele of the Tonga's Leitis Association… Audio
Sport: Mate Ma'a Tonga coach praises player loyalty
Tonga rugby league coach Kristian Woolf says Tevita Pangai Junior deserves a lot of credit for turning down the chance to play State of Origin and fully commiting himself to the national team.
Raft of controversial bills set to return to Tongan parliament
A raft of controversial bills are set to return to the Tongan parliament next week for further consideration.
News in Tongan for 23 May 2019
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CJ rules there's sufficient evidence to try former Tonga PM
The Chief Justice in Tonga has ruled there is sufficient evidence to try former Prime Minister and current noble representative Lord Tu'ivakano on bribery charges.
Sport: Tevita Pangai Jr turns down NSW, commits to Tonga
Brisbane Broncos rugby league star Tevita Pangai Jr has turned down the chance to play State of Origin, formally committing to Tonga just days before the naming of the New South Wales and Queensland…
News in Tongan for 22 May 2019
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Tonga's Queen Sālote to be recognised at Pacific Music Awards
Tonga's late Queen Sālote Tupou lll will be recognised with a Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's Pacific Music Awards in Auckland.
NZ gives $NZ1m to improving electoral process in Tonga
New Zealand has committed nearly $US1 million to help improve the electoral process in Tonga.
Tonga PM back at work after treatment
Tonga's Prime Minister 'Akilisi Pohiva is back in the office this week after returning from medical treatment in New Zealand.
Sport: Fiji and Samoa square off in Rapid Rugby's "Pacific Showcase" debut
Rapid Rugby's "Pacific Showcase Series" kicks off this afternoon with the Fijian Latui hosting Kagifa Samoa in Lautoka.
News in Tongan for 18 May 2019
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Sport: Rapid Rugby hopes to lift Pacific game to new levels
The man in charge of Global Rapid Rugby says they want to help Pacific Island nations become genuine World Cup contenders.
News in Tongan for 17 May 2019
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Petroleum prices go up in Tonga
Petrol prices are going up in Tonga for the fourth month in a row, the Ministry of Trade and Economic Development says.