Taiwan president defiant as begins Eswatini trip; China calls him a 'rat'

Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te arrived in Eswatini on Saturday, marking the beginning of his official visit to the southern African nation. Eswatini, formerly known as Swaziland, has a population of approximately 1.3 million people. The visit comes amid heightened tensions with China, which has labeled Lai a "rat" in response to his diplomatic engagements. Lai's trip underscores Taiwan's efforts to strengthen its international relationships despite ongoing pressure from Beijing.

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