Tonga's first Anti-Corruption Commissioner, a New Zealander, Chris LaHatte, was sworn in before the Cabinet; first executive director, Tongan lawyer Mele Fakatouato Mangisi, was appointed in June to lead the office after 17 years of approved legislation

Meleane Falemaka, a first-time Paralympian, is the only para-athlete to represent Tonga at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and will compete in the F38 category in the women's discus throw

Tonga's Meteorological Service has launched the first mobile early warning and emergency response App; it provides early warning information on disasters and can also report events in Tonga

Tonga's fire and emergency services will be equipped with two new fire trucks, two tankers and three pick-up trucks thank to a $1,9 million grant from the Japanese government

The percentage of women in corporate leadership is still low, with men holding over four out of five positions among board directors, and boards on which no women sit increasing