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

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Taiwan's President begins a trip to Eswatini amid ongoing tensions with China, which has criticized his visit with derogatory remarks. The trip highlights Taiwan's intent to strengthen international ties despite geopolitical challenges.

Lai Ching-te’s despicable conduct — ​like a rat scurrying across the street — will inevitably be met with ridicule by the international community, says China’s Taiwan ‌Affairs Office spokesperson