NZTonga's parliament has accepted the resignations of two MPs, Semisi Sika and Lata 'i Faingata'a Tangimana, who were convicted of bribery charges related to the 2025 general elections. Sika, the infrastructure and tourism minister, was found guilty of failing to declare a $7000 payment to a dance academy, while Tangimana, the finance minister, was charged with donating fish to constituents. Both resigned from their parliamentary seats and ministerial roles, leading to the announcement of by-elections for their constituencies. The Tonga Supervisor of Elections, Samiuela Vao, stated that the by-elections will occur within 21 to 28 days after the writ is issued, with both individuals barred from running for five years. Prime Minister Lord Fatafehi Fakafanua confirmed receiving Sika's resignation, and Speaker Lord Vaea noted Tangimana's resignation as well.
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