Australian High Commissioner to Tonga

Australian High Commissioner to the Kingdom of Tonga

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

We were honoured to join The Prince Regent, HRH Crown Prince Tupouto’a ‘Ulukalala, to mark the completion of Tuʻi Vavaʻu, Tonga’s second international undersea cable in Vava’u.

The cable will strengthen communications, boost the economy and keep people and communities connected.

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

Tonga and Australia’s friendship, built and strengthened across generations. #KaumeOfi

[Pat Conroy MP @PatConroy1]

Australia and Tonga share a long-standing friendship 🇦🇺🇹🇴

And together, we’re working to strengthen it under the Kaume'a Ofi agreement.

It was a pleasure to meet the Hon. Fane Fotu Fituafe for the first time - and to discuss our shared ambitions and priorities.

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

As part of our expanding cyber partnership - and after months of hard work by our agencies - Tonga, Australia and New Zealand have released a joint advisory about those responsible for the June 2025 ransomware attack on the Tongan Ministry of Health.

[Ambassador for Cyber Affairs & Critical Technology @AusAmbCyberTech]

🇦🇺🇹🇴🇳🇿 have released a joint technical advisory detailing ransomware operation conducted by INC Ransom and its affiliate, Roman Khubov, who controlled the malicious infrastructure used for data exfiltration in the June 2025 ransomware attack on the Tongan Ministry of Health.

[Ambassador for Cyber Affairs & Critical Technology @AusAmbCyberTech]

🇦🇺🇹🇴🇳🇿 have released a joint technical advisory detailing ransomware operation conducted by INC Ransom and its affiliate, Roman Khubov, who controlled the malicious infrastructure used for data exfiltration in the June 2025 ransomware attack on the Tongan Ministry of Health.

[Ambassador for Cyber Affairs & Critical Technology @AusAmbCyberTech]

Honoured to discuss with Lord Fakafānua, Prime Minister of Tonga, the shared cyber & critical technology challenges our two countries face together. Partnership under our SEAPAC program is delivering on the cyber MoU between our 2 nations & building a more cyber secure Pacific

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

Pacific leaders have declared our region an 'Ocean of Peace'. As a family, we step up to help each other and achieve our goals.

Tonga's views are important, and it was great to hear from Deputy Secretary Vea during her visit to Australia last week.

[Senator Penny Wong @SenatorWong]

Peace and security are shared responsibilities of the Pacific family. As close friends and neighbours, we step up to help each other.

I met officials from Nauru, Marshall Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu and reaffirmed our commitment to the Ocean of Peace.

[Pat Conroy MP @PatConroy1]

To the people of Tonga – congratulations on your 150th anniversary!

A historic occasion to celebrate your rich history, sovereignty and resilience.

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

We joined HM King Tupou VI, HRH Crown Prince & Asst Defence Minister @PeterKhalilMP to commission VOEA Late 🇹🇴🇦🇺 — Tonga’s largest naval vessel. VOEA Late boosts Tonga’s sovereignty, regional security, and disaster response. “Kaume’a Ofi is more than mateship — we're family.”💙🌏

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

2/ Kaume‘a Ofi - “close friends” - captures the warmth, trust & respect shaping Tonga–Australia ties for 200+ years. The agreement will be grounded in history, built on our collective strength, and look to a peaceful and prosperous Blue Pacific for our future generations.

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

Together, we celebrate a new chapter in our 200-year story. Their Majesties met our Governor-General, HE Sam Mostyn AC. Side by side, they witnessed the signing of a Statement of Intent to elevate the Tonga–Australia partnership through the 'Kaume'a Ofi' agreement 🇹🇴🇦🇺

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

Together, we celebrate a new chapter in our 200-year story. Their Majesties met our Governor-General, HE Sam Mostyn AC. Side by side, they witnessed the signing of a Statement of Intent to elevate the Tonga–Australia partnership through the 'Kaume'a Ofi' agreement 🇹🇴🇦🇺

[Senator Penny Wong @SenatorWong]

Australia and Tonga's relationship is built on deep cultural and personal connections spanning 200 years.

It was an honour to welcome Their Majesties King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau’u of the Kingdom of Tonga for their first official visit to Australia.

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

As our leaders meet in the Solomon Islands for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting, we warmly congratulate the Government of Tonga on a remarkable year as PIF Chair. Tonga’s leadership and hosting has made us a stronger Pacific family. Mālō ‘aupito.

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

🇹🇴🇦🇺Tonga’s largest-ever landing craft, VOEA Late, has been handed over to the Tongan Royal Navy under the Pacific Maritime Security Program. Delivered in just 12 months, it boosts disaster response & maritime capability across the Kingdom and the region #strongertogether

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

Congratulations Tonga on the launch of the National Policy on Disability Inclusive Development. This is a step towards a more inclusive and diverse society - where everyone belongs. We're proud to have supported its development.

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

‘Ikale Tahi qualify in style for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia. Congratulations Tonga 🇹🇴

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

And that's a wrap on Exercise Talisman Sabre. His Majesty’s Armed Forces are on their way home after a stellar performance for Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025.

The Exercise built bonds between partners as we united to strengthen the collective security of our region.

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

Wonderful to see 🇹🇴 Crown Prince Tupouto’a ‘Ulukalala and Deputy Prime Minister Fusimalohi reconnect with 🇦🇺 Foreign Minister Wong to discuss our close partnership and mutual interest in regional affairs.

[Senator Penny Wong @SenatorWong]

Australia and Tonga share a vision for a peaceful, stable and prosperous blue Pacific.

It was an honour to welcome HRH Crown Prince Tupouto’a ‘Ulukalala and Deputy Prime Minister Fusimalohi to Australia so soon after my visit to Tonga.

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

Young people from 'Eua, Niua and Vava'u are busy studying trade school scholarships at the Monfort Technical Institute (MTI) with Australian support.

Many of the scholarship recipients are young women studying in the fields of electricity and carpentry.

[Ambassador for Cyber Affairs & Critical Technology @AusAmbCyberTech]

The ransomware attack on Tonga’s National Health Information System has impacted 🇹🇴ability to provide healthcare to its people. 🇹🇴asked for help from Cyber RAPID & we have deployed to Nuku’alofa to work with Tonga’s CERT to assist recovery @AustHCTonga

https://t.co/pUGbXCGKpc

[Australian High Commissioner to Tonga @AustHCTonga]

"A true friend and partner". We echo the Hon. Prime Minister's words as we formalised budget support of TOP7.8 million (AUD 5 million) to upgrade health clinics across the Kingdom.

This will upgrade healthcare facilities from the Niuas to Hihifo, and everywhere in between 🩺