On March 10, Ambassador Fan Yong met with Hon. Dr. Phenyo Butale, Minister of International Relations. The two sides exchanged views on strengthening bilateral relations and friendly cooperation between China and Botswana.
Ambassador Fan said that since the establishment of the diplomatic ties between China and Botswana, bilateral relations have maintained a sound momentum, with fruitful practical cooperation in various fields. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries. China is willing to work with Botswana in joint efforts to deepen political mutual trust and promote new development of China-Botswana strategic partnership.
Hon. Butale said that Botswana attaches great importance to the friendship between the two countries and hopes to further enhance bilateral relations and achieve common development and prosperity.