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About Botswana

Botswana, officially known as the Republic of Botswana is a South African country comprising of the famous Kalahari desert.

The country’s economy is predominantly agriculture and live stocks with mining, cattle, and tourism. The country has a high standard of living and a good human development index.

Country Facts

 

Basic Details
RegionSouthern Africa
Capital CityGaborone
Government TypeParliamentary Republic With An Executive Presidency
Official LanguagesEnglish, Setswana
CurrencyBotswana pula, BWP
Phone Code +267
Important CitiesGaborone, Francistown, Molepolole, Maun, Mogoditshane, Serowe, Kanye, Selibe Phikwe, Mahalapye, Mochudi, Lobatse, Palapye
National DayIndependence Day (Sep-30)
Economy
GDP (nominal)USD 20.756 Billion
Ease of Doing Business Ranking87
Primary IndustriesTrade,Mining , Tourism,Agriculture,Financial Sector.
Foreign Relations
Bordering NationsZambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Namibia
Member of(African Union), ( Commonwealth of Nations), ( United Nations)
Major ExportsGems & Jewellery, Mining, Metals & Minerals, Electrical Products, Live Animals and Animal Products, Chemical Products, Fruits and Nuts, Plastics and Products, Pharmaceutical Products, Aviation Vehicles, Silk & Textiles, Vegetables and Related Products, Animal Meat and Food Preperations, Food & Beverages, Spirits & Vinegar, Building & Construction Products & Services
Major ImportsGems & Jewellery, Mining, Metals & Minerals, Machinery & Appliances, Automobiles, Vehicles & Components, Electrical Products, Cereals & Pulses, Plastics and Products, Pharmaceutical Products, Food & Beverages, Spirits & Vinegar, Rubber and Products, Instruments & Optical Solutions, Retail & Fmcg Products, Wood and Pulp, Cosmetics and Accessories, Household Items & Products
Total Exports ValueUSD 8.308 Billion
Total Imports ValueUSD 8.096 Billion
Foreign Trade BalanceUSD 0.212 Billion (Excess)
Foreign Relations with India
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Trade Agreements with IndiaBilateral trade between Botswana and India totaled US$1.1 billion in 2014–15. The primary commodity imported by India from Botswana is diamonds. The major commodities exported by India to Botswana are items manufactured goods, metals, machinery and equipment, cotton yarn, fabrics, ready-made garments, pharmaceuticals, and transport equipment.
Major Exports to IndiaGems & Jewellery, Mining, Metals & Minerals, Instruments & Optical Solutions, Other Products, Machinery & Appliances, Household Items & Products, Electrical Products, Railway and Locomotives, Cosmetics and Accessories, Music and Instruments
Major Imports from India
India's Imports ValueUSD 459.97 Million
India's Exports ValueUSD 171.27 Million
Trade Balance with IndiaUSD 288.7 Million (Excess)
Indian Embassy Details for BotswanaHigh Commission of India
H.E.Bharath Kumar Kuthati
Honourable High Commissioner
Plot No. 5375, President's Drive, Gaborone, Botswana
hoc.gaborone@mea.gov.in
267 3972676
https://www.hcigaborone.gov.in/


Embassy Details of Botswana in IndiaBotswana
High Commission of the Republic of Botswana
H.E. Mr. Gilbert Shimane Mangole
High Commissioner
c- 9/3,Vasant ViharNew Delhi-110057
emolelekeng@gov.bw
+91-11-46537000 (O)


Botswana
Honorary Consulate of Botswana in Mumbai
H.E. Mr. Vishal Shreyas Doshi
Honorary Consul
405, Dharam Palace 100-103, N.S. Patkar Marg Mumbai-400 007
vishal.doshi@shrenuj.com
+91-22-2363 8002 (O)


Botswana
Honorary Consulate of Botswana in Hyderabad
H.E. Mr. Shetty Udaya Kumar Sagar
Honorary Consul