Taiwan President Lai Ching‑te Arrives in Eswatini Amid Chinese Overflight Pressure
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- Category: United Kingdom
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 08:51 UTC
- Sources: The Independent
Taiwan’s president landed in Eswatini, the island nation’s only diplomatic ally in Africa, after a trip delayed by denied overflight clearance. The Independent reports the delay was caused by Chinese pressure on airlines. Lai’s visit aims to reinforce bilateral ties despite Beijing’s attempts to isolate Taipei.
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