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  • 02:39 25 Nov 2009
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  • 14:39 25 Nov 2009

UK donates towards Ashika relief (19/08/2009)

The UK Government has contributed £5,000 to the Kingdom of Tonga's ''Ashika Relief Fund'' to assist the families who have suffered in the aftermath of the sinking of the MV Princess Ashika.

 

The head of a visiting delegation of UK Parliamentarians, Colin Challen MP, informed the Prime Minister of Tonga Hon. Dr. Feleti Sevele of the donation during their meeting in Nuku'alofa on Tuesday 18 August.

Notes for Editors

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II sent a message of condolence to His Majesty King George Tupou V following the tragedy.

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