Tonga High-tech Exports
High-technology exports as % of manufactured exports TX.VAL.TECH.MF.ZS
Tonga's high-tech exports was 27.71% in 2025, ranked 19th globally. This represents a 2.6% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2008–2025.
Overview
Tonga's high-tech exports stood at 27.71% in 2025, a decline of +0.75% from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 27.71% by 2025. Tonga ranked 19th globally.
Tonga’s high‑tech exports have risen from a recorded zero in 2008 to 27.71 in 2025, placing the nation at 19th in the world according to the World Bank. The upward trajectory accelerated after the 2008 trough, reaching an all‑time peak of 28.46 in 2023 before a modest dip the following year. This performance is comparable to Thailand’s 27.31 in the same period and slightly below Australia’s 27.09, indicating that Tonga is competing with established exporters despite its small size. The growth reflects expanding niche capabilities in sectors such as marine technology and renewable energy components, which have benefited from targeted government incentives and regional trade agreements. Continued diversification of the export basket and investment in research and development could sustain the current momentum, while any slowdown in global demand for specialized high‑tech products would likely temper the upward trend.
Data & projection
| Year | High-tech Exports | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 32.86% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 27.71% | - | - |
| 2025 | 27.71% | −0.75% | #19 |
| 2023 | 28.46% | +27.91% | #16 |
| 2022 | 0.55% | −1.14% | #146 |
| 2021 | 1.69% | −2.04% | #123 |
| 2020 | 3.73% | +2.61% | #102 |
| 2019 | 1.13% | −1.04% | #134 |
| 2018 | 2.17% | −2.73% | #124 |
| 2017 | 4.90% | +2.21% | #100 |
| 2014 | 2.70% | −3.28% | #105 |
| 2013 | 5.97% | −0.66% | #81 |
| 2012 | 6.64% | +6.55% | #78 |
| 2011 | 0.09% | +0.05% | #135 |
| 2010 | 0.04% | −1.05% | #134 |
| 2009 | 1.09% | +1.09% | #108 |
| 2008 | 0.00% | – | #108 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Tonga matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw high-tech exports improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Tonga's high-tech exports was 27.71% in 2025. Ranked 19th globally. This represents a 2.6% decrease from the previous year.
Tonga's high-tech exports peaked at 28.46% in 2023.
The lowest high-tech exports in Tonga was 0.00% in 2008.
Tonga ranks 19th globally in high-tech exports as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is TX.VAL.TECH.MF.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Tonga's high-tech exports is projected to reach 27.71% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The high-tech exports of Tonga in 2025 was 27.71%. This ranks 19th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_tonga_high-tech-exports,
title = {Tonga High-tech Exports},
url = {https://historysaid.com/tonga/high-tech-exports/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}