King Taufaahau Tupou IV has died in a New Zealand hospital, following a long illness. He ruled the kingdom of Tonga for 41 years. Crown Prince Tupoutoa has been sworn in as Tonga's new king; a coronation ceremony will be scheduled in the future.
King Taufaahau Tupou IV has died in a New Zealand hospital, following a long illness. He ruled the kingdom of Tonga for 41 years. Crown Prince Tupoutoa has been sworn in as Tonga's new king; a coronation ceremony will be scheduled in the future.