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Tongan King to be crowned on July 4th

08:26 am on 21 January 2015

Tonga's King George Tupou VI is to be formally crowned on July the 4th.

Tonga Daily News reports the Palace's Office has confirmed the date for the coronation, which is due to held at the Pangai Lahi field and the Royal Palace compound.

Heads of government from around the world are expected to attend, as well as many Tongan expatriates.

The late King George died in March 2012.

King Tupou VI of Tonga speaks at the 68th United Nations General Assembly in September 2013 in New York. Photo: AFP