NUKUʻALOFA, September 30, 2026— The World Bank Group has approved support for a package of policy measures in Tonga that is expected to generate hundreds of additional, better-paying jobs while …
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Global Affairs
Tonga strengthens its commitment to cultural diversity by ratifying the UNESCO 2005 Convention
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauTonga Joins the Global Community in Advancing Cultural Diversity On 7 July 2026, Tonga deposited its instrument of ratification with the Director-General of UNESCO. In accordance with Article 29 of …
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Governance & Politics
Tonga Advances Tsunami Preparedness Through UNESCO-IOC Tsunami Ready Workshops
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauBuilding Resilient Coastal Communities The mission included a dedicated technical training workshop for Tonga’s tsunami warning, geological service and emergency management agencies on 14 July, followed by a two-day national …
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Governance & Politics
Tonga ratifies the 2005 Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauOn 7 July 2026, Tonga deposited with the Director-General its instrument of ratification to the Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions (Paris, 20 October …
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Economy & Development
World Bank and Asian Development Bank Partner with Tonga to Strengthen Jobs, Connectivity, and Resilience
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauNUKU’ALOFA, May 1, 2026— Thousands of Tongans will see more reliable access to jobs, markets, and essential services as new support strengthens resilient roads, bridges, and urban infrastructure on Tongatapu. …
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Economy & Development
World Bank and Asian Development Bank Partner with Tonga to Strengthen Jobs, Connectivity, and Resilience
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauNUKU’ALOFA, May 1, 2026— Thousands of Tongans will see more reliable access to jobs, markets, and essential services as new support strengthens resilient roads, bridges, and urban infrastructure on Tongatapu. …
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Economy & Development
IFAD and Tonga sign new initiative to bolster climate resilience and rural livelihoods
by NNW Bureauby NNW BureauRome, 26 February 2026. The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Kingdom of Tonga signed a US$5.3 million financing agreement for the Tonga Rural Innovation Project – Phase III …