Whale swimming operators in Tonga say a rise in risky tours, including by some Chinese-owned businesses, is putting whales and tourists in danger.
ABC Tonga reporter Marian Kupu speaks to operators, scientists, officials and the tourism industry about whether Tonga’s rules are keeping up.
‘The Pacific’ is hosted by Johnson Raela and Alice Lolohea.
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