On April 25, 2025, Ambassador Fan Yong visited Botswana International University of Science and Technology(BIUST) and met with Professor Otlogetswe Totolo, Vice Chancellor of BIUST. They exchange views on strengthening cooperation in the fields of education and humanities.

Ambassador Fan said that since the establishment of the  diplomatic relations 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 diplomatic ties between the two countries. China is willing to take the implementation of the outcomes of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit as an opportunity, to share its successful experience with Botswana, and deepen cooperation in education and talent cultivation between the two countries.

Totolo expressed his deep admiration for China's achievements in science and technology, modernization and other fields, and appreciated China for its long-term assistance and support to Botswana's education. He would like to further learn from China's advanced experience and technology, and strengthen cooperation between the two sides in areas such as scientific and technological innovation and the dispatch of international students.

Ambassador Fan Yong also visited the satellite ground station, Confucius Institute and laboratories of the BIUST.