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Tongan Pa'anga (TOP) Profile

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The Tongan Pa'anga (TOP) is the official currency of Tonga. It is the legal tender used for all transactions within the country.

History:

The Pa'anga was first introduced in 1967, replacing the Tongan Pound, after Tonga's currency reform to decimalize its monetary system.

Tonga is a constitutional monarchy and has been one of the few countries in the South Pacific region to maintain its independence throughout its history.