On the afternoon of 10 13, Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing during his state visit to China. The two leaders announced that they would upgrade bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership.
Xi Jinping noted that in the 70s, before establishing diplomatic ties, Botswana voted to restore the People's Republic of China's legitimate seat in the United Nations. Today, both sides are walking hand in hand toward their shared dream of modernization, writing a new chapter in Sino-Botswana friendship. This friendship should shine as brilliantly and enduringly as a diamond. Both sides must remember the path that brought them together and walk confidently on the broad avenue of Sino-Botswana relations in the new era, contributing to global development and progress.
Boko said: "Mr. Chairman, thank you very much for inviting me to visit China, a great and beautiful country. On this trip, I first made a brief stop in Fuzhou. You served in Fujian Province for over 17 years and achieved remarkable results—an example Botswana is eager to learn from and emulate. We are truly grateful for the opportunity to meet with you."