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Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Senator Pholile Shakantu and Austria's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Nikolaus Marscik during their bilateral meeting in Mbabane. Photo by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation

Bilateral Meeting with Austria

On Monday, I had the pleasure of welcoming Austria’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Nikolaus Marscik, to Mbabane for bilateral talks.

Our discussions covered a range of areas central to strengthening the relationship between Eswatini and Austria, including tourism, energy and trade. Ambassador Marscik is in the Kingdom on a working visit, and I am encouraged by the shared commitment both our governments have shown toward deepening our bilateral ties and identifying new opportunities for mutual growth.

Eswatini remains open for partnership, and engagements such as this one are an important step in building the bridges that will benefit our people.

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Senator Pholile Shakantu and Austria’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Nikolaus Marscik, flanked by their respective delegates, during bilateral talks held in Mbabane.
Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Senator Pholile Shakantu and Austria’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Nikolaus Marscik, flanked by their respective delegates, during bilateral talks held in Mbabane.

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