Tonga's economy stuck in medieval feudal system

I am not sure how many economists with a knowledge of Tonga'’s economy can share your views in your Editorial Comments on 14 Sep 2006, of the above title Tupou IV led Tonga toward a modern economy. I certainly do not, but I realise you were operating from a different set of assumptions, so I will not be making extensive comments on your Editorial. - Apelu Tielu