1965 Tongan local elections
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Local elections were held in Tonga for the first time in June 1965.[1]
Background[]
Tongan government administration consisted of Town Officers representing the government in a single village, whilst District Officers usually served around six villages. Prior to the elections, the officers had been appointed by the Premier.[1]
References[]
- ^ a b In Semi-Feudal Tonga, They're Moving Towards Democracy Pacific Islands Monthly, August 1965, p59
Categories:
- Elections in Tonga
- 1965 elections in Oceania
- June 1965 events in Oceania