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Last update: 3 hours agoTaiwan–China Tensions: Taiwan President Lai Ching-te told a Copenhagen summit he had to postpone his Eswatini trip after China allegedly blocked normal flight routes, calling it proof of authoritarian “consolidation,” while Reuters reports he also thanked the U.S. for strengthening Taiwan’s defences ahead of Trump–Xi talks in Beijing. Regional Diplomacy: The dispute keeps spotlighting Eswatini’s unique position as Taiwan’s only African ally, with China again branding the visit a “scandalous stunt.” Health & Finance at Home: Eswatini’s tax gap is estimated at E4.259bn a year, as the Finance Minister pushes electronic invoicing to boost revenue collection. Agriculture & Food Security: South Africa’s FMD vaccine drive—linked with regional solidarity including Eswatini—moves ahead with millions more doses arriving. Sports & Culture: King Mswati III has sanctioned plans for a new 40,000-seater stadium after strong football crowds at the Ingwenyama Cup final.
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