Second international undersea cable, ‘Tu‘i Vava‘u’, launched in landmark ceremony

Tonga Completes Second International Subsea Cable - SubTel Forum

Strengthening Tonga’s Connectivity: Second International Undersea Cable Complete Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Minister for Pacific Island Affairs Press Release May 26, 2026 Australia and New Zealand joined the Kingdom of Tonga today to celebrate the completion of the Tonga Hawaiki Cable Branch System, the country’s second international undersea cable. The cable was jointly funded by Australia, through the Australian Infrastructure F…

Second international undersea cable, ‘Tu‘i Vava‘u’, launched in landmark ceremony

The Kingdom of Tonga has marked a historic milestone in its digital development with the official naming and commissioning of its second international undersea fibre optic cable, now known as Tu‘i Vava‘u. The name Tu‘i Vava‘u—literally meaning “Vava‘u Sovereign” represents a significant step forward in improving Tonga’s international connectivity. It enhances network resilience by providing […]