Tonga

2.1 - Comments and information before entry into force

Articles 2.1.12.1.22.1.3
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Indicative date of implementation 22 February 2020
Definitive date of implementation 31 December 2024
Assistance required for implementation Support to establish a consultation mechanism and provide with legal basis e.g. legislation.

Tags: Legislative and regulatory framework, Institutional procedures

Donor / Agency

To be determined

Progress reported
16 June 2022 — G/TFA/N/TON/4  
The Tonga Attorney General's office has published a Drafting Manual that requires consultation before implementing and enforcing new laws.
TACB support is still required from Donors for the following:
1. There is still a need for the development of a border agency guideline for formal and regular consultation mechanisms that aligns with the Attorney General's Drafting Manual

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