The Haʻapai governor has been charged in connection with a road accident on Hihifo road in which a 58-years-old man was injured.
Tonga Police said the accused has been bailed pending trial.
The governor was in Tongatapu to sign a memorandum of understanding between Haʻapai and Dongguan. The islands and the Chinese city are now sister cities.
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