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Ministry of Foreign affairs... MISSION STATEMENT The mission statement of the Ministry is “to establish and maintain international relations, and cooperation between the Kingdom of eSwatini and the international community”. TO ACHIEVE THIS MISSION, THE MINISTRY DO THE FOLLOWING: (a) Develop and effectively administer a sound foreign policy on safeguarding National interest (b) Fostering bilateral and multilateral relations and supporting international Peace CORE VALUES Commitment: Dedication, diligence, passion, loyalty and selflessness Competence: Efficiency, effectiveness, professionalism, usefulness, resourcefulness and confidence Discipline: Customer service, doing what is expected, respect, courteous, timely delivery of work, punctuality and displaying a positive response to duties and responsibilities Integrity: Honesty, loyalty, fairness, transparency, faithfulness, consistency and sincerity Teamwork: Coordination, consultation, information sharing, supervision, leadership, delegation and trust VISION “To advance the interest of eSwatini and eMaswati internationally, through enhancing national security, contributing to growth in the economy, employment and standard of living, assisting eSwatini Nationals abroad, strengthening global cooperation in ways that advance eSwatini’s interest, fostering public understanding of her foreign policy and projecting a positive image of the country.”. PORTFOLIO RESPONSIBILITIES The portfolio responsibilities allocated to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation under Legal Notice No. 194/1996, include the following: Political, international relations and cooperation Protocol services Maintain constant dialogue with Mission Abroad Coordinate SADC activities Custody of international treaties and conventions Foreign policy To strengthen and maintain diplomatic relations with the international community To develop, implement and manage the foreign policy of the Kingdom of eSwatini Provide specialised legal support services and advise on international legal instruments To build capacity in the Missions abroad to be active in trade, investment and tourism development issues

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