Birthday Message from U.S. Ambassador to Tonga

As the United States of America celebrates its national day on July 4, we also recall the life of King Taufa'ahau Tupou IV, with whom we shared a birthday. I was honored to represent my government at the King's funeral last September. The United States will always be thankful for the productive and friendly relations the late King fostered with us, which are continuing under the reign of King George Tupou V.