US may screen visa applicants in Tonga

Updated May 20, 2008 10:14:10

Attempts by the United States to make it easier for Tongans to apply for US visas may see diplomatic staff visit the Tongan capital on a regular basis in future.That's according to US Ambassador Larry Dinger, who says the move does not mean American is opening a consulate in Nukualofa.Many Tongans are frustrated by the need to travel to Suva to comply with US security precautions in order to apply for visas.

Presenter:Bruce Hill
Speaker:Mr Larry Dinger,US Ambassador to Tonga