China has officially handed over Tonga’s National Sports
Complex in Nuku’alofa.
The complex cost more than
US$25 million and was funded by Beijing.
It includes
the Tonga High School Indoor Stadium, an
international-standard rugby field, netball and tennis
courts, and an aquatics center.
The official handover
took place last Wednesday between Prime Minister Dr ‘Aisake
Valu Eke and China’s Ambassador to Tonga Liu
Weimin.
The indoor stadium was inaugurated by Crown
Prince Tupouto’a ‘Ulukalala before it became the main venue
for the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum held last
August.
Prime Minister Eke said the National Sports
Complex not only provides the public with high-quality
sports facilities, but also inspires Tongan athletes to aim
for gold at the 2031 Pacific Games.
The Tongan Prime
Minister’s Office said the handing over of the complex is a
“significant milestone in Tonga-China
relations”.
“This state of the art National Sports
Complex is more than just a venue for sports events – it
will serve as a national hub for large-scale gatherings,
community functions, and cultural activities.
“The
impressive facility stands as a remarkable testament to the
enduring friendship and partnership between Tonga and
China.”
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