Royal visit from King Tupou V of Tonga

HM King George Tupou V of Tonga. Photo / APN

King Tupou V of Tonga began a five-day visit to New Zealand yesterday. Prime Minister John Key said the two countries enjoyed "a strong and friendly relationship".

As part of his visit the King will visit Linton Army Camp and the National War Memorial in Wellington and will receive an official state welcome at Government House.