Tonga's King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau'u are in Singapore to seek help for the training of Tongan health workers.
Tonga Health Minister, Saia Piukala. Photo: Massey University
The Health Minister Saia Piukala and the Director of Health, Siale 'Akauola, are part of the delegation, which wants training to help staff confront the surge in non-communicable diseases and public health issues.
Radio Tonga reports that Singapore's healthcare system has been rated one of the world's best by the World Health Organisation.