The state of emergency was imposed across the kingdom in Nov. 2006 after much of the center of the capital Nuku’alofa was destroyed when violence erupted during demonstrations in support of democratic reforms.
It had been renewed on a monthly basis but restricted to the center of the capital.
The prime minister’s advisor, Lopeti Senituli, has confirmed that the emergency regulations have not been renewed. However, the Tongan authorities have made no public announcement to that effect.
Pohiva said he was happy with the development, but said it was expected.
“The government has been waiting until the end of the coronation ceremony. There was a fear on the part of government. It was very important for a smooth implementation of the coronation ceremony. We already completed that exercise, so there’s no need for a further extension of the emergency law,” Pohiva said.
