Ionatana Ionatana - Death

Death

In the year 2000, as Prime Minister, Ionatana died in office, the first time this had occurred since Tuvalu became independent.

Preceded by
Bikenibeu Paeniu
Prime Minister of Tuvalu
1999–2000
Succeeded by
Lagitupu Tuilimu (acting)

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