AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTonga Tourism Safety: Tonga’s Ministry of Tourism says a whale-watching boat that capsized near Tongatapu was not licensed or authorised for whale-watching and swimming, with the incident under review after reports of hospitalisations but no serious injuries. Tonga Travel Policy: Tonga launched its first National Apprenticeship Policy (2026–2030), a four-year plan aimed at boosting apprenticeships and strengthening the education-to-work pipeline, with tourism and hospitality already in the pilot. Pacific Voyaging & Culture: A feature highlights Polynesian wayfinding, with Hawaiian sailors navigating 1,600 miles across open ocean without GPS or compass—an inspiring story for travellers into heritage experiences. US Travel Costs for Tongans: New reporting says the US visa bond program can require up to US$20,000 for travellers from Tonga and other countries, raising major barriers for family visits and funeral travel. Regional Sports & Travel Links: Fiji Pearls netball preparations for qualifiers in Tonga ramp up, with the team set to travel to Tonga next month—another reason Tonga’s visitor calendar stays busy.
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