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But King Mswati III retains executive power and remains above the law.
ECONOMIST: Swaziland
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Few monarchs can boast outright power like King Mswati III of Swaziland.
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Swaziland's King Mswati III, accused by critics of enjoying a lavish lifestyle at public expense while his people suffer great poverty, was also there.
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Traditionalists in Swaziland believe that any girl should feel honoured to be picked as the 34-year-old King Mswati III's latest wife (he already has nine).
ECONOMIST: Yes
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It is currently a monarchy and though there is a parliament, the king, currently King Mswati III, appoints the prime minister and a certain number of representatives.
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