Botswana will once again participate at the Annual Investment Meeting in Dubai, United Arab Emirates from 8 -10 April 2019. This is part of Botswana’s continuing efforts to create awareness about Botswana, promote the country and identify potential partners/investors to court to Botswana.
The Annual Investment Meeting presents an opportunity for Botswana to sell its investment offering to the over 20 000 attendees and participants, amongst them business leaders and investors.
Botswana, through the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre, continues to engage with potential investors as the country seeks to attract FDI to drive diversification of the economy. The sectors that the country is actively pursuing for investment include the Agriculture/Agro- processing, Renewable Energy, Mining (Coal), Tourism, ICT, Financial and Business Services and Infrastructure Development.
About Botswana
Botswana is a middle to upper income country. A land-linked country at the heart of Southern Africa, bordered by Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa, - Botswana’s central location in Southern Africa makes it the perfect gateway to reach the whole of the SADC region, and beyond, making it the ideal investment and trade hub.
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During the event, Botswana will on the 9th April 2019 host a Botswana Country presentation where the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre will make a presentation on Botswana and what Botswana has to offer as an investment destination. The country presentation will be held at the Breakout Session Room B. HALL 7. Dubai World Trade Centre on 9th April 2019 at 1130hours. BITC will also showcase some local products in an effort to seek markets for locally manufactured Botswana products.
BOTSWANA is a land of unmatched beauty, abundant in wildlife and rich in culture. Since peacefully gaining independence 1966, Botswana has exploited its wealth of underground resources; especially diamonds, to develop not only its diverse economy but also its people.
Botswana is the biggest producer of diamonds in the world by value and is hailed as a shining beacon of democracy, stability and peace in the African continent. The people have a rich, diverse culture and embrace all who come to Botswana with welcoming warmth.
About AIM2019
The Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) is the World’s Leading Platform for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). It is an initiative of the UAE Ministry of Economy, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai.
AIM is the largest global investment gathering of corporate leaders, policy makers, businessmen, regional and international investors, entrepreneurs, leading academics and experts showcasing up-to-date information, strategies and knowledge on attracting FDI. It aims to connect businesses and countries willing to engage in sustainable partnerships with investors.
The 9th edition of the Annual Investment Meeting will be held on April 8 – 10, 2019 at the Dubai - World Trade Centre, United Arab Emirates. The theme is ‘Mapping the Future of FDI:
Enriching World Economies through Digital Globalization’.
This will discuss the impact of digital globalization, how policies can be set in place to encourage an innovative investment atmosphere, the need to create long-term investment opportunities, and how to attract and develop skilled talents from across the world.
For more information and/or enquiries please contact:
Direct: (+267) 363 3375
Mobile: (+267) 71611133
Email address: moagik@bitc.co.bw
Ms. Kutlo Moagi
Director. Corporate Communications
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