King of Eswatini: President Lai's Visit Demonstrates Profound Friendship, Steadfast Support for Taiwan Continues
King Mswati III of Eswatini welcomed Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's visit, emphasizing the profound friendship and partnership between the two nations. He stated that Eswatini would continue to steadfastly support Taiwan's international participation.
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(Central News Agency reporter Yeh Su-ping, Taipei, May 3) President Lai Ching-te visited Eswatini. King Mswati III said he welcomed President Lai's delegation for a state visit, which truly embodies the profound friendship and partnership between Taiwan and Eswatini; Eswatini will continue to steadfastly support Taiwan's international participation.
The Presidential Office issued a press release stating that President Lai Ching-te visited Eswatini. At 2 p.m. local time (Taipei time, evening of the same day), he went to the Mandvulo International Convention Centre. After participating in the military ceremony, he held bilateral talks with King Mswati III and witnessed the signing of the 'Customs Mutual Assistance Agreement between the Government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini,' and signed a joint communiqué.
President Lai mentioned that the diplomatic relations between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Eswatini have entered their 58th year. Throughout this journey, the two countries have continuously deepened their cooperative relationship in various fields such as agriculture, vocational training, trade, women and youth empowerment, and public health and medical care. Today in Eswatini, people can enjoy Taiwanese guavas, dragon fruits, strawberries, and tilapia introduced and jointly cultivated by the Taiwanese technical mission; in Taiwan, people can buy chili sauce, marula oil, and various exquisite handicrafts from the Kingdom of Eswatini. "This represents that the people of the two countries live together, and the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Eswatini are truly one family."
The President said he admired the King's excellent leadership. During the 40 years, in addition to boosting Eswatini's economic takeoff and advancing various national and social infrastructure projects, he has also provided more comprehensive care for his people; he also admired the King's vision in building strategic fuel reserve tanks, demonstrating their importance to Eswatini in light of recent Middle East conflicts; building the "Taiwan Industrial Innovation Park" (TIIP) also reflects the King's hope to continue developing the economy and allowing his people to live better lives; he hopes for smarter medical care to provide better medical services, which also shows the King's love for his people.
President Lai then said that he hopes to have the opportunity to visit these major projects during this state visit. He will give the King his full support through action, and he also hopes that the two countries will work together in the future to successfully complete these projects that contribute to Eswatini's development and better care for its people.
King Mswati III stated in his speech that he was very pleased to welcome President Lai's delegation for a state visit, which truly embodies the profound friendship and partnership between Taiwan and Eswatini. Everyone gathered here today hopes that the diplomatic ties between the two countries will be further consolidated and continuously strengthened. In addition, he thanked President Lai for sending his special envoy, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung, to lead a congratulatory delegation, even though he could not personally attend the celebration.
King Mswati III mentioned that the people of Eswatini have been working very hard, hoping that Eswatini will become a highly developed country. In this process, he thanked Taiwan for always being a true friend and partner of the Kingdom of Eswatini, not only contributing greatly to Eswatini's economy but also providing much assistance in various fields, including the International Convention Center (ICC), rural electrification, water supply systems, women and youth empowerment, and agricultural activities; at the same time, many investors from Taiwan are actively participating in various developments in Eswatini; and the "Taiwan Industrial Innovation Park" and strategic fuel reserve tanks are also very important projects.
King Mswati III said that Taiwan's contributions to Eswatini's economic and social welfare are too numerous to mention. He represented the people of Eswatini in sincerely thanking Taiwan for its continuous support, stating that "Eswatini will also continue to steadfastly support Taiwan's international participation," and wished President Lai a smooth and pleasant visit, creating beautiful memories in Eswatini.
In the evening, the President was invited to attend a welcome banquet hosted by the King, demonstrating the profound friendship and steadfast diplomatic ties between the two countries.
Attendees included Eswatini Prime Minister Russell Dlamini, Foreign Minister Pholile Shakantu, other Eswatini government officials, Secretary-General of the Presidential Office Pan Men-an, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung, National Security Council Advisor Huang Chung-yen, Deputy Secretary-General Chao Yi-hsiang, and Ambassador to the Kingdom of Eswatini Liang Hung-sheng.
The Presidential Office stated that the President would also be briefed on the "Strategic Fuel Reserve Tanks" and the "Taiwan Industrial Innovation Park," visit the Queen Mother, tour the International Convention Center, attend the King's state banquet, and watch a theatrical cultural performance and fireworks. (Edited by Su Chih-tsung) 1150503
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(Central News Agency reporter Yeh Su-ping, Taipei, May 3) President Lai Ching-te visited Eswatini. King Mswati III said he welcomed President Lai's delegation for a state visit, which truly embodies the profound friendship and partnership between Taiwan and Eswatini; Eswatini will continue to steadfastly support Taiwan's international participation.
The Presidential Office issued a press release stating that President Lai Ching-te visited Eswatini. At 2 p.m. local time (Taipei time, evening of the same day), he went to the Mandvulo International Convention Centre. After participating in the military ceremony, he held bilateral talks with King Mswati III and witnessed the signing of the 'Customs Mutual Assistance Agreement between the Government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini,' and signed a joint communiqué.
President Lai mentioned that the diplomatic relations between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Eswatini have entered their 58th year. Throughout this journey, the two countries have continuously deepened their cooperative relationship in various fields such as agriculture, vocational training, trade, women and youth empowerment, and public health and medical care. Today in Eswatini, people can enjoy Taiwanese guavas, dragon fruits, strawberries, and tilapia introduced and jointly cultivated by the Taiwanese technical mission; in Taiwan, people can buy chili sauce, marula oil, and various exquisite handicrafts from the Kingdom of Eswatini. "This represents that the people of the two countries live together, and the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Eswatini are truly one family."
The President said he admired the King's excellent leadership. During the 40 years, in addition to boosting Eswatini's economic takeoff and advancing various national and social infrastructure projects, he has also provided more comprehensive care for his people; he also admired the King's vision in building strategic fuel reserve tanks, demonstrating their importance to Eswatini in light of recent Middle East conflicts; building the "Taiwan Industrial Innovation Park" (TIIP) also reflects the King's hope to continue developing the economy and allowing his people to live better lives; he hopes for smarter medical care to provide better medical services, which also shows the King's love for his people.
President Lai then said that he hopes to have the opportunity to visit these major projects during this state visit. He will give the King his full support through action, and he also hopes that the two countries will work together in the future to successfully complete these projects that contribute to Eswatini's development and better care for its people.
King Mswati III stated in his speech that he was very pleased to welcome President Lai's delegation for a state visit, which truly embodies the profound friendship and partnership between Taiwan and Eswatini. Everyone gathered here today hopes that the diplomatic ties between the two countries will be further consolidated and continuously strengthened. In addition, he thanked President Lai for sending his special envoy, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung, to lead a congratulatory delegation, even though he could not personally attend the celebration.
King Mswati III mentioned that the people of Eswatini have been working very hard, hoping that Eswatini will become a highly developed country. In this process, he thanked Taiwan for always being a true friend and partner of the Kingdom of Eswatini, not only contributing greatly to Eswatini's economy but also providing much assistance in various fields, including the International Convention Center (ICC), rural electrification, water supply systems, women and youth empowerment, and agricultural activities; at the same time, many investors from Taiwan are actively participating in various developments in Eswatini; and the "Taiwan Industrial Innovation Park" and strategic fuel reserve tanks are also very important projects.
King Mswati III said that Taiwan's contributions to Eswatini's economic and social welfare are too numerous to mention. He represented the people of Eswatini in sincerely thanking Taiwan for its continuous support, stating that "Eswatini will also continue to steadfastly support Taiwan's international participation," and wished President Lai a smooth and pleasant visit, creating beautiful memories in Eswatini.
In the evening, the President was invited to attend a welcome banquet hosted by the King, demonstrating the profound friendship and steadfast diplomatic ties between the two countries.
Attendees included Eswatini Prime Minister Russell Dlamini, Foreign Minister Pholile Shakantu, other Eswatini government officials, Secretary-General of the Presidential Office Pan Men-an, Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung, National Security Council Advisor Huang Chung-yen, Deputy Secretary-General Chao Yi-hsiang, and Ambassador to the Kingdom of Eswatini Liang Hung-sheng.
The Presidential Office stated that the President would also be briefed on the "Strategic Fuel Reserve Tanks" and the "Taiwan Industrial Innovation Park," visit the Queen Mother, tour the International Convention Center, attend the King's state banquet, and watch a theatrical cultural performance and fireworks. (Edited by Su Chih-tsung) 1150503
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