Tonga is a sovereign state in the Pacific Ocean, located about halfway between Hawaii and New Zealand. It is made up of more than 170 islands, of which 36 are inhabited. The capital and largest city is Nuku'alofa, which is located on the main island of Tongatapu. The official languages are Tongan and English, and the currency is the Tongan pa'anga. The population of Tonga is around 100,000 people.
Tonga's economy is small and largely based on agriculture, fishing, and tourism. Agriculture is the mainstay of the economy, and the main crops are taro, yams, cassava, and bananas. Fishing and the sale of fish products is also an important source of income. The tourism sector has grown in recent years and has become an important source of foreign exchange.
Tonga is a constitutional monarchy, with a king as the head of state and a prime minister as the head of government. The country has a bicameral legislature, with the Legislative Assembly as the lower house and the Privy Council as the upper house. The judiciary is independent of the executive and the legislature.
Tonga has a rich cultural heritage, with influences from Polynesian and Melanesian cultures. The traditional way of life is based on fishing, agriculture and the use of coconut palms. The country is known for its traditional dance, music, and handicrafts, and for its colorful festivals and ceremonies.
Tonga is vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, particularly sea-level rise and changes in weather patterns. The government of Tonga has been working to address these challenges, such as building sea walls, and working on renewable energy projects to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
