New Zealand is gifting a new search and rescue vessel to Tokelau along with training by Coastguard New Zealand.
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The announcement follows the provision of the same training and a boat to Niue police in October, coordinated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Maritime New Zelaand.
Niue police chief Tony Edwards says the new vessel marks the first time Niue has had an immediate first response capability.
Tokelau is scheduled to receive its boat and training next year.
The territory also expects to have a new custom-built cargo vessel operational by early 2018.