Category: International News

BY MBONGENI NDLELA AZERBAIJAN – The Kingdom of Eswatini has delivered a strong message to the international community at the 13th Session of the United Nations World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku, Azerbaijan, declaring that adequate housing must be treated as a powerful driver of dignity, economic growth and social inclusion. Minister of Agriculture Mandla […]

By EPN Reporter SIKHUPHE – His Majesty King Mswati III has embarked on a significant international diplomatic mission to Azerbaijan, India and the United Arab Emirates, in a move expected to strengthen Eswatini’s global partnerships, investment opportunities and international cooperation agenda. The King is accompanied by Inkhosikati LaMashwama during the high-level engagements that place Eswatini […]

Eswatini supports the island nation for international health cooperation BY MBONO MDLULI MBABANE – The Government of Eswatini has reaffirmed its support for Taiwan’s participation in global health platforms ahead of the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA), which begins on 18 May 2026. The move reflects Eswatini’s continued commitment to strengthening international cooperation in healthcare […]

BY MBONGENI NDLELA MBABANE – The Kingdom of Eswatini has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting safe, orderly and regular migration while calling for stronger international cooperation to address climate-induced displacement and economic migration challenges. Speaking during the Second International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) held in New York, the Minister for Home Affairs, Princess Lindiwe, said […]

By Mfanufikile Khathwane MBABANE – The Republic of China (Taiwan) President Lai Ching-te has safely returned home following a high-level state visit to Eswatini, in a trip that strengthened bilateral ties between the two nations. President Lai arrived at Taoyuan International Airport on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, after completing an 84-hour, 25000-kilometre round-trip diplomatic mission. […]

BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE EZULWINI – The President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Lai Ching-te has extended a warm invitation to Their Majesties and emaSwati to visit Taiwan, describing the country as a “second home” and reaffirming strong bilateral ties with Eswatini. Speaking during a state dinner at the Ezulwini Palazzo (ICC) hosted by His […]

BY THEMBA ZWANE MBABANE – The Ministry of Oil, in Kuwait, has opened discussions with Eswatini on the possibility of business related to the oil industry in the kingdom. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation’s first quarter performance report, consultations have been initiated between the Ministry of Oil and the Eswatini […]

BY MFANUFIKILE KHATHWANE MBABANE – Senate President Lindiwe Dlamini has told global lawmakers that Eswatini remains committed to promoting peace, stability and good governance in Africa. She  made the remarks while leading Eswatini delegation to the 152nd Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Istanbul, Turkey, which runs from April 15 to 19. Senate President is accompanied […]