DATE: November 21, 2025

During the official visit to Belgrade, Honourable Dr. Phenyo Butale, and His Excellency Marko Đurić, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia, agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation across key sectors.

Serbia has agreed to expand its scholarship and academic exchange programmes, providing greater opportunities for Botswana students and professionals to benefit from Serbia’s strong tradition of scientific and technical excellence.

In support of Botswana’s national development priorities, Serbia has also pledged to collaborate in the areas of industrialization and agricultural upscaling, offering technical partnerships that will enhance productivity, innovation, and skills transfer.

Furthermore, Serbia has expressed its readiness to advance visa-free travel arrangements for holders of diplomatic and official passports, paving the way for future consideration of eased travel for ordinary passport holders and deeper people-to-people engagement.

Botswana has been formally invited to participate in the Serbia 2027 Expo, as well as the country’s leading Tourism and Agricultural Fairs, creating new platforms for trade, investment promotion, and showcasing Botswana’s national strengths to broader European markets.

Lastly,Serbia further pledged to vote for Botswana in its efforts to lead UNESCO world heritage committee and in other multilateral and international forums.

These developments mark a significant step forward in the friendship between Botswana and Serbia, anchored in shared values and a mutual desire for sustainable growth, innovation, and international cooperation.