India in Tonga

The Consulate of India in Tonga is pleased to highlight an article by Matangi Tonga Online journalist Ms. Katalina Siasau, reflecting on her visit to India under the Familiarization Trip for Journalists (13–22 January 2026), organized by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.

The visit represents a meaningful people-to-people and media exchange, further strengthening the enduring friendship and cooperation between India and Tonga.

We commend Ms. Siasau’s insightful coverage and the role of media engagement in fostering greater mutual understanding between our nations.

🔗 Read the article:

Pacific Islands and African media delegates visit India New Delhi, India: Twenty-five journalists from the Pacific Islands, Central Africa, and West Africa travelled to India for a media familiarization visit from 13-22 January 2026.

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Parliament of India conveyed its warm greetings to H.E. Lord Vaea, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Tonga, on his arrival in New Delhi on 13 January 2026 for the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC).

He was received by H.E. Shri Praveen Khandelwal, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, reflecting the parliamentary courtesies associated with the Conference.

The Office of the Indian Honorary Consul to the Kingdom of Tonga warmly congratulates Lord Fatafehi Fakafanua on his election as the Prime Minister-designate of the Kingdom of Tonga.

As an alumnus of O.P. Jindal Global University, India, Lord Fakafanua’s achievement reflects the strong people-to-people and educational ties between India and Tonga. India looks forward to deepening this valued partnership.

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🌍 *BIG NEWS | JGU PRIDE* 🌍

*JGU Alumnus Lord Fakafanua becomes the 20th Prime Minister of Tonga*

We are delighted to share a historic moment for

Lord Fatafehi Fakafanua, an alumnus of the
has been elected as the 20th Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Tonga 🇹🇴 — marking the first time in JGU’s history that one of our alumni has risen to the highest public office of a nation.

Lord Fakafanua and his spouse, Lady Krystal Fane Kite, graduated from JSIA’s flagship MA in Diplomacy, Law and Business (2018). His journey from the classrooms of JGU to national leadership exemplifies the University’s commitment to academic excellence, global engagement, and leadership in public service.

JGU takes immense pride in this extraordinary achievement and extends its heartfelt congratulations to Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua. His success is an inspiration to our students and alumni across the world.

We are delighted to announce the recipient of the Quick Impact Project -

Congratulations to the Hihifo Kindergarten in Lifuka, Ha’apai!

The $50,000 USD grant will be utilized to upgrade the kindergarten’s infrastructure, creating a safer and more supportive learning environment for the children of Lifuka.

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(Photographs of Hihifo Kindergarten prior to the infrastructure upgrades.)

We received a high number of submissions from various organizations and extend our sincere thanks to all who applied.

The successful applicant will be contacted by the High Commission of India, Suva, in the coming weeks.

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🇹🇴🇮🇳CALL FOR PROPOSALS:
The Government of India invites eligible organizations in Tonga to submit proposals.

Please refer to the information provided below.

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🇹🇴🤝🇮🇳Appointment of the Honorary Consul of the Republic of India to the Kingdom of Tonga, Nuku’alofa, Friday, 6 June 2025

The official appointment of Lady Fane Fakafanua as the Honorary Consul of the Republic of
India to the Kingdom of Tonga, with residence in Nuku’alofa, has been formally confirmed.

The appointment was recognised during a special ceremonial presentation of the Letter of
Exequatur by the Prime Minister of Tonga, Hon. Dr.
'Aisake Valu Eke, held at St George Palace, Nuku’alofa, on Friday, 6 June 2025.

The ceremony was graced by the presence of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Tupouto‘a ‘Ulukalala, Cabinet Ministers, senior officials from the Prime Minister’s Office, as well as members of Lady Fakafanua’s family.

Lady Fakafanua shares a long-standing connection with India, having completed her Masters Degree with an M.A in Diplomacy Law and Business from Jindal School of International Affairs, O.P Jindal Global University. She brings with her a wealth of experience, deep cultural understanding, and a strong commitment to advancing meaningful cooperation between The Republic of India and the Kingdom of Tonga.

This appointment reflects the growing strength of bilateral relations and marks an important step
in deepening diplomatic, economic, and cultural collaboration between the two nations.

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Issued by:
Consular Office of India
Unit 4, South Building, Fakafanua Centre
Ma'ufanga, Nuku’alofa, Tonga