Tongan noble MP and former Prime Minister, Lord Tu'ivakano, has had his bribery and money laundering case adjourned again, this time until August 14.
The noble's court case was expected to be heard on 9 August and has been adjourned numerous times due to various filing of document needs and related matters.
Kaniva Tonga News reported the latest adjournment was requested to allow the defence more time to prepare for the trial.
Tu'ivakano was arrested on 1 March and charged with 10 counts, including one of making a false declaration to obtain a passport, two perjury counts, five for accepting bribes and two counts of money laundering.
Source:
RNZ Pacific