The water tanker which has a capacity to carry 7000 litres of water was donated through a grant of USD$63,417 provided through Japan's ongoing Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects.
Japan’s Ambassador to Tonga, Kensaku Munenaga said, "In the aftermath of natural disasters, such as cyclones, this water tanker will also quickly deliver essential water sources to vulnerable people," he said.
The large tank on the truck was donated by one of Japan’s cities, Isehara, while the truck itself was donated by Kansai Airports.
