Minister for Agriculture

Lord Fohe sworn in as Minister in Tonga’s Cabinet

Lord Fohe took his oath before the Prime Minister and Cabinet Ministers in the Cabinet Chambers here at the St George Building in Nuku'alofa yesterday.

Prime Minister Hu'akavameiliku had recommended Lord Fohe's appointment, which was approved by  King Tupou VI two weeks ago.

The 59-year-old Noble, who is the Estate holder of Puke, was sworn in as a Minister during the August 1, 2022 sitting of the Tongan Parliament.

Lord Fohe’s replaces Ha’apai 12 MP, the late Vili Manuopangai Hingano, who passed away in June this year.

 

Lord Fohe is Tonga’s new Minister for Agriculture, Food and Forest

The 59-year-old Member of Parliament was sworn in as Minister yesterday.

Lord Fohe succeeds Viliami Hingano, who passed away at Auckland City Hospital in June this year.

Lord Fohe is a first time MP, who was elected to Parliament by the 33 nobility members during last year’s general election.

He is the estate holder of Puke in Tongatapu.

     

Photo PMO  Caption: Lord Fohe is the new Minister for Agriculture, Food and Forest