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Deep-Sea Mining Governance: Tonga Offshore Mining Ltd (TOML) and Nauru Ocean Resources Inc (NORI) have filed new UNCLOS cases at ITLOS against the International Seabed Authority, arguing they were flagged for “specific attention” without due process—an issue that could shape how exploration firms move toward future exploitation. Energy Security & Renewables: A Pacific-wide fuel shock from global oil price spikes is exposing how heavy reliance on imported diesel keeps economies vulnerable; the push is growing for faster renewable delivery and better implementation. Climate Accountability: The UN backs the International Court of Justice climate ruling, with a large majority voting to support the idea that failing to tackle climate change is a wrongful act and may open the door to reparations. Outer-Island Water Supply: A solar-powered desalination project is now producing up to 4,300 litres of fresh water per day for Hunga and Matamaka, cutting reliance on costly boat deliveries. Fisheries Compliance: Tonga’s Fish Fund support helped it submit its first notification under the WTO Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, strengthening transparency for regional fisheries management. Maritime Cooperation: The US Coast Guard cutter Hollyhock returned to Honolulu after Operation Blue Pacific, including law-enforcement support and port calls in Tonga and Vava’u. Public Service & Budget Focus: Tonga’s House passed emergency Public Service Amendment Bill 2026, while budget debate zeroed in on fuel prices and the school breakfast programme. Legal/Property: A Supreme Court ruling orders a family to vacate a Kolofo’ou town allotment after an electoral-era land dispute between brothers.

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Jun. 9, 2026

Fish Fund supports Tonga's first notification under the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies

World Trade Organization

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Mar. 24, 2026

Magnitude 7.6 Quake Rattles Tonga, Dangerous Tsunami Warning Issued

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Jan. 16, 2026

Tonga fulfils another commitment to the Paris Agreement

Climateworks Centre

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Jan. 26, 2026

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Global Times: Xi meets King Tupou VI of Tonga

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