On July 8, the Chinese Embassy in Botswana held a symposium of Political Parties Exchanges and Cooperation celebrating the 105th anniversary of the Communist Party of China. H.E. Mr. Fan Yong, Chinese Ambassador to Botswana attended and delivered a speech. Hon. Mr. Moeti Mohwasa, Minister for State President, Defence and Security, Hon. Shawn Ntlhaile, Assistant Minister, Ministry of Communication and Innovation, Hon. Caterpillar Kainangura Hikuama, Opposition Whip and approximately 60 participants from Botswana political parties, think tanks, and media participated in the event.

Ambassador Fan reviewed the 105-year history of the Communist Party of China and its remarkable achievements in governance and national development. Drawing on key concepts including Xi Jinping Thought on Party Building, putting people first, drawing one blueprint to the end and the spirit of self-reform, he offered an in-depth explanation of the CPC's enduring vitality and the reasons behind its success. Ambassador Fan emphasized that China stands ready to deepen exchanges and mutual learning on governance experience with Botswana political parties and work together to elevate the China-Botswana strategic partnership to a new high.

Representatives from the Botswana congratulated the CPC on the 105th anniversary of its founding and spoke highly of the tremendous achievements the Party has led the Chinese people in accomplishing. They hope to learn from the CPC's development philosophy and practical experience, further promote party-to-party exchanges and practical cooperation between Botswana and China, so as to bring greater benefits to both countries and their peoples.