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King Mswati III returns after nine days in Taiwan

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King Mswati III has returned to Eswatini after a nine-day visit to Taiwan, from 9 to 17 October, focused in particular on bilateral relations. The King met the Eswatini community there and discussed education, healthcare, agriculture, technology and investment, reports the Times of Eswatini.

King Mswati III of Eswatini returned to his country on 17 October after a nine-day visit to Taiwan, focused in particular on bilateral relations. The King was welcomed by Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini, government members and the royal family, reports the Times of Eswatini.

From 9 to 17 October, Mswati III took part in Taiwan’s National Day celebrations, met Eswatini students and workers, and visited healthcare facilities and agricultural infrastructure. The trip coincided with the 58th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Eswatini and Taiwan, according to the Times of Eswatini.

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