Feleti Sevele

Tongan politician; Prime Minister of Tonga

Feleti Sevele - Tongan politician; Prime Minister of Tonga
Born

July 7th, 1944
81 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Tonga

Links & References

Served as the Prime Minister of Tonga from 2006 to 2010. Held various governmental positions prior to premiership, including Minister of Health and Minister of Education. Led efforts to implement constitutional reforms in Tonga, focusing on increasing democratic governance. Participated in international forums, representing Tongan interests.

Prime Minister of Tonga from 2006 to 2010

Minister of Health

Minister of Education

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