AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTonga Tourism Leadership: The Public Service Commission has appointed Sandradee Fonua Fifita as the new CEO of Tonga’s Ministry of Tourism, starting 15 June 2026, bringing 30+ years of public service experience and regional/international work. Governance & Travel Scrutiny: Speaker Lord Vaea has revived allegations that MPs and ministers misused overseas travel allowances, following earlier claims of up to $8m paid to three ministers—an issue that matters for visitor confidence and public trust. Anti-Corruption Court Case: Tonga’s Anti-Corruption Commission has filed criminal charges against former Police Minister Paula Piukala over alleged interference with a court matter involving a church leader’s travel; the case is set to return to court on 22 June. Maritime Cooperation: The U.S. Coast Guard’s Operation Blue Pacific patrol continued with bilateral maritime law enforcement in Tonga’s EEZ, including port calls and meetings with Tonga Tourism Authority and other agencies. Tourism Data: SPTO and Kiribati’s Tourism Authority released the Kiribati International Visitor Survey 2025 Annual Report, part of a wider Pacific push for better visitor insights. Health & Travel Risk: Tonga reports dengue cases reaching 66, with two hospitalised as of 25 May—no deaths reported—while other Pacific areas also see outbreaks.
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