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On April 4th, Tongan Prime Minister (PM) Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni said he resigned as the country's Defence Minister. Hu'akavameiliku confirmed his resignation as part of “a major cabinet reshuffle” during a news conference in the capital of Nuku'alofa. Cabinet Minister Fekita ‘Utoikamanu also resigned as Foreign Affairs and Tourism Minister and will be replaced by Tongan Trade Minister Dr. Viliame...

On March 26th, Tongan Foreign Affairs Minister Fekita ‘Utoikamau reportedly stepped down from the position after King Tupou VI withdrew support from the minister. Fetika's stepping down as minister occurred on the same day as Prime Minister Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni also stepped down as defense minister. Hu'akavameiliku’s reportedly resigned after a meeting with the PM and a team of Cabinet officials...

Tonga's Prime Minister (PM) Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni has stepped down from his position as Defense Minister to permit a nobleman to take the position. Sources within the nation's capital of Nuku'alofa claim the decision was made after a meeting between Hua'kavameiliku and his cabinet with King Tupou VI on Niuafo'ou island. Tonga's Privy Council stated earlier this month that King...