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Hackers seize control of Tonga's health IT system

Hackers seize control of Tonga's health IT system

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Pacific island nation Tonga has refused to pay a US$1 million ransom after hackers seized control of the country's health IT system.See the Story

Tonga cybersecurity attack wake-up call for Pacific, warns expert

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Tonga cybersecurity attack wake-up call for Pacific, warns expert

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A former director of Tonga's cybersecurity agency says the country's health data hack last month is a "wake-up call" for the whole region.See the Story

His Majesty the King Has Sent a Message of Best Wishes to His Majesty the King of Tonga.

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His Majesty the King Has Sent a Message of Best Wishes to His Majesty the King of Tonga.

His Majesty the King sent a message of congratulations to His Majesty the King of Tonga on the occasion of His Majesty's birthday, which falls on 4 July 2025, as follows: His Majesty King Tupou VI of Tonga, Nuku'alofa On the occasion of His Majesty's birthday, I would like to offer my sincere congratulations and best wishes for His Majesty's good health and happiness, as well as for the happiness and prosperity of the country and the people of T…Read Article

Tonga court clears Anti-Corruption Commission to sue Central Bank in landmark case

Tonga’s Supreme Court has cleared the way for the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) to proceed with its judicial review against the National Reserve Bank of Tonga (NRBT) and its Board of Directors, marking a historic first for the fledgling agency. The case, which alleges misfeasance in public office and breaches of fiduciary duty, has been hailed […] The post Tonga court clears Anti-Corruption Commission to sue Central Bank in landmark case appe…Central Bank · Tonga Read Article

Taking matters into our own hands: aid dependency in the Pacific - Devpolicy Blog from the Development Policy Centre

There has been a marked decline in Pacific development and progress against the SDGs since the early 2000s, attributable to the impacts of major disaster events, remoteness of Pacific Island countries (PICs) and distance to markets, and the constrained size of Pacific economies, private sectors, government administrations and populations. The region remains the most aid-dependent globally based on per-capita aid and reliance on external support.…Tonga · Tonga Read Article

A 5.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off the Coast of Tonga in the Pacific Ocean

A 5.4 magnitude earthquake strikes off the coast of Tonga in the Pacific Ocean - Seven News An earthquake measuring 5.4 on the Richter scale hit today off the coast of Iowa Island in Tonga in the Pacific Ocean. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the epicenter of the earthquake occurred 615 kilometers from the “Ohonwa” area on the island and at a depth of 10 kilometers. So far, no human or material damage has been reported as a result of th…Earthquake · Tonga Read Article

SPBD Tonga celebrates women’s microenterprise success over 15 years of service

Nuku'alofa, TongaSPBD Businesswoman of the Year (Tongatapu) Mrs. Kateni Telefoni of Ha’asini with Hon. Tatafu Moeaki and Mr. Greg Casagrande. QSM Hall, Nukuʻalofa. 20 June 2025. Photo: SPBD. South Pacific Business Development (SPBD) Tonga marked a significant milestone—15 years of dedicated service in the Kingdom of Tonga—with a grand celebration recognizing the remarkable achievements of female entrepreneurs at its Annual Business Women of the …Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofa Read Article

Massive submarine eruption darkened clouds half a world away

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Sound-wave created by eruption in Tonga caused the atmosphere to warm over Mexico and the Caribbean. Sound-wave created by eruption in Tonga caused the atmosphere to warm over Mexico and the Caribbean.Science · Tonga Read Article

New leaked email rekindles ongoing dispute over Air NZ's Tonga operations as govt-media clash escalates

Nuku’alofa, Tonga – A leaked email has intensified tensions between the Tongan government and local media over conflicting claims about Air New Zealand’s future operations in the kingdom, as the government moves forward with its controversial plan to renationalise airport ground handling services. The dispute erupted after Marian Kupu, a reporter for ABC in Tonga, repeatedly […] The post New leaked email rekindles ongoing dispute over Air NZ’s …Media · Nuku'alofa Read Article

Hackers leak 'patient information' online; Tonga gov't flags 'biggest concern' for vulnerable groups

The Tongan Ministry of Health has confirmed that hackers stole critical patient information from the national health information system and leaked it online. This follows the June 15 hack of the databases, an attack that Health Minister Dr ‘Ana ‘Akau’ola described (in Tongan) as having emotionally affected the IT professional responsible for maintaining the system. […] The post Hackers leak ‘patient information’ online; Tonga gov’t flags ‘bigges…Tonga · Tonga Read Article

Pacific Partnership 2025 Concludes Mission Stop in the Kingdom of Tonga, June 27, 2025

NUKU’ALOFA, Tonga – Pacific Partnership 2025 concluded its mission stop in Nuku’alofa, Tonga with a closing ceremony at the Tanoa International Dateline Hotel on June 27, 2025.Nuku'alofa · Nuku'alofa Read Article

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