Tongan Prime Minister visits his troops in Afghanistan

(PHOTO: Tongan troops perform the Sipi Tau war challenge for the Tongan Prime Minister to welcome him to Camp Bastion
, Afghanistan/Sgt Mark Nesbit, Crown, MODUK )His Excellency Lord Tu’ivakano, Prime Minister & Minister for Foreign Affairs of Tonga, met seniorUS & UK commanders while on a 3-day visit toAfghanistan, before spending time with troops to learn about the contribution his nation is making to the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) mission. The Tonga Defence Serviceshas served as part of the Camp Bastion Force Protection Wing since November 2010. The 55 personnel serve alongside members of the RAF Police & RAF Regiment to provide security for Camp Bastion’s main entry points, perimeter, & airfield. The Tongan Prime Minister said:  “It was a unique experience to see Tongan troops in Afghanistan. To learn from a 2-star general down to a private soldier how well the contingent were performing & contributing to the international mission. I would like to thank everyone for making the trip possible & I look forward to returning to Tonga to inform the King, Parliament & the Tongan people of my experience.”  (Read More at Taimionline)