China–Eswatini Diplomatic Spat: Beijing has ordered its citizens to evacuate Eswatini, citing “extremely high” security risks tied to telecom fraud and online gambling, while Eswatini’s government rejects the claim as unsupported and says law enforcement targeted suspected criminal activity with due process. Currency & Independence Commemoration: The Central Bank of Eswatini will introduce a limited-edition circulating E10 commemorative coin in 2028 for the 60th Independence Anniversary, with the new coin co-circulating alongside the current E10 banknote; a design competition is underway with prizes aimed at boosting saving and investment culture. Regional Politics & Security: King Mswati III says established SADC structures will handle efforts to resolve Madagascar’s political challenges as Eswatini leads the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation. Education, Culture & Youth Skills: A Youth Animation Empowerment Programme was launched to help young creatives turn animation skills into local and international careers, while a Schools Cultural Villages initiative set up a governing committee to expand culture hubs in schools. Governance Capacity: Mbabane hosted a workshop to operationalise the Eswatini National Research Council, pushing research to translate into real development outcomes.