Emergency Equipment

Japan donates emergency equipment to Tonga

The first batch included protective gear, loud-hailers and chainsaws.

On behalf of the Japan Government, Kensaku Munenaga says the total assistance is worth $1-point-5-million US dollars.

Tonga prime minister Hu'akavameiliku Siaosi Sovaleni said the handover of equipment is a reflection of Japan and their people's commitment towards building resilience of Pacific communities.