New European Union Ambassador to Eswatini, Her Excellency Ms. Dessislava Choumelova has confirmed the Europian Union’s commitment to assisting the Eswatini government and it’s people in chartering their future.

The Ambassador was speaking on Thursday when presenting her credentials to his Majesty King Mswati IIII.

Her Excellency said she was happy to hear the King mentioning dialogue as a cornerstone of the country’s political traditions.

The Ambassador also conveyed her sympathy to all families which lost their loved ones during the unrest in June 2021.

On another note, the Ambassador also highlighted the enduring partnership between the Kingdom of Eswatini and the EU saying it is rooted in the shared values of democracy, the rule of law, and human rights, and has helped improve the lives of thousands of Emaswati over the last 50 years.

She added that the global challenges and the COVID-19 pandemic call on partnerships to cooperate even closer.

“Green and digital economic transfomation, regional integration, decent job creation, education, and human capital development are mutual priorities. Economic recovery must capitalize on the talent and resilience of all emaSwati in particular women and youth,” she added.