MoFA: Lin Chia-lung Visits Eswatini as Special Envoy, Confirms Solid Ties
Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung returned from Eswatini this morning after serving as President Lai Ching-te's special envoy. MoFA emphasized that the mission successfully conveyed the stability of diplomatic ties despite Chinese attempts to block the President's travel.
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Taipei, April 28 (CNA) — Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung has completed his visit to Eswatini and returned to Taiwan early this morning. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) stated that for security reasons and protocol, they would not comment on specific arrangements. Lin's trip conveyed messages of solid diplomatic friendship and congratulations to Eswatini. The government team worked fully under presidential instructions to ensure the visit's success.
President Lai Ching-te was originally scheduled to visit the African ally Eswatini, but the plan was deferred due to Chinese interference. Lin departed on the 25th as a special envoy to attend celebrations during a two-day itinerary, arriving back in Taiwan early today.
During MoFA's routine press conference this morning, media questioned whether the obstruction of President Lai's trip would affect future travel plans. They also asked if Lin faced suppression during his trip and whether he flew via a special aircraft.
MoFA spokesperson Hsiao Kuang-wei responded that Lin's primary purpose was to represent Taiwan at key celebrations and convey the steadfast bond between the two nations. The itinerary was conducted according to mission requirements and diplomatic needs. Hsiao emphasized that despite prior intimidation and interference from China, the team ensured the trip's smooth completion, and various cooperation projects with Eswatini are moving forward. Regarding future presidential travel, MoFA is drafting various options for the Presidential Office to evaluate and announce when appropriate.
President Lai Ching-te was originally scheduled to visit the African ally Eswatini, but the plan was deferred due to Chinese interference. Lin departed on the 25th as a special envoy to attend celebrations during a two-day itinerary, arriving back in Taiwan early today.
During MoFA's routine press conference this morning, media questioned whether the obstruction of President Lai's trip would affect future travel plans. They also asked if Lin faced suppression during his trip and whether he flew via a special aircraft.
MoFA spokesperson Hsiao Kuang-wei responded that Lin's primary purpose was to represent Taiwan at key celebrations and convey the steadfast bond between the two nations. The itinerary was conducted according to mission requirements and diplomatic needs. Hsiao emphasized that despite prior intimidation and interference from China, the team ensured the trip's smooth completion, and various cooperation projects with Eswatini are moving forward. Regarding future presidential travel, MoFA is drafting various options for the Presidential Office to evaluate and announce when appropriate.