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People and Society of Tonga

Demographics, health, education, religion, and languages of Tonga.

Demographic Profile

Ethnic composition, age structure, and growth.

Nationality
Tongan(s)
Ethnic Groups
Polynesian, Europeans about 300
Population
100,179
Population in Major Urban Areas
NUKU'ALOFA 25,000

In-Depth People and Society Profile

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Medical facilities, including medications, in Tonga are extremely limited. The cities of Nuku'alofa and Neiafu have hospitals with limited emergency and outpatient facilities. Local residents and visitors with serious medical problems are often referred to New Zealand for treatment. For additional information on medical visas for New Zealand, contact the Embassy of New Zealand, 37 Observatory Circle NW, Washington, DC 20008, (202) 328-4800 or the Consulate General in Los Angeles (310) 207-1605.

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