Sir Tulaga Manuella, GCMG, MBE (born 26 August 1936)[1] is a political figure from the Pacific nation of Tuvalu.

Sir Tulaga Manuella
5th Governor-General of Tuvalu
In office
21 June 1994 – 26 June 1998
MonarchElizabeth II
Prime MinisterKamuta Latasi
Bikenibeu Paeniu
Preceded bySir Tomu Sione
Succeeded bySir Tomasi Puapua
Personal details
Born (1936-08-26) 26 August 1936 (age 88)

Background

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Prior to embarking on a political role, Manuella was previously a civil service accountant and secretary of the Church of Tuvalu.

Governor-General of Tuvalu

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Manuella was appointed Governor-General of Tuvalu on June 21, 1994, as the representative of Elizabeth II, Queen of Tuvalu.[2] He served in this office until June 26, 1998.[3]

Personal honours

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Manuella was appointed to the Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael and Saint George in 1996.[4]

References

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  1. ^ Burke's Peerage 107th Edition. Burke's Peerage. 2003. p. 2738. ISBN 0971196621.
  2. ^ Europa World Year Book 2004: Book 2. Taylor & Francis Group. September 2004. p. 4269. ISBN 978-1-85743-255-8. Retrieved 27 September 2010.
  3. ^ Craig, Robert D. (2010). Historical Dictionary of Polynesia. Scarecrow Press.
  4. ^ "Awards list – Tuvalu". London Gazette (Issue: 54346, Page: 3919). 15 March 1996. Retrieved 27 October 2021.
Government offices
Preceded by Governor-General of Tuvalu
1994–1998
Succeeded by