Since China and Botswana established diplomatic relations on Jan. 6, 1975, bilateral relations have been developing in a smooth and sound manner. The two countries have signed agreements on cooperation in trade and investment protection, education and culture.

Botswana's President Mogae visited China in 2000. Wei Jianxing, then a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, visited Botswana in 2002. Wu Guanzheng, a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, visited Botswana in 2006.

Botswana is now a destination country for Chinese citizens and tourist groups. Bilateral trade reached US$62.52 million in 2005.

(Xinhua News Agency October 11, 2006)