Political leaders in the South Pacific nation of Tonga have finished a wide ranging review of the Constitution and have recommended that the powers of the monarchy be largely dismantled. Under the present system, the King and hereditary aristocrats control the Parliament. Many Tongans have been demanding a more inclusive political process. Pro-democracy riots in November 2006 were followed by official assurances that the islanders would allowed a greater say in the running of their country. Reformers hope Tonga will be a constitutional monarchy by the time the country goes to the polls towards the end of next year. Critics have said that the absolute power of the king has hampered economic and social development in a nation which is dependent on foreign aid and remittances from Tongan communities overseas.