ha.led primarily on livestock and mineral exploitation (see sect. VI. However, it is :irrrently facinq seri0u.s problems as a result of four consecutive yeara of drouqht. Botswana is classified by the United Nations as a least developed country. 13. The Constitution of Lbtswana, adopted at. independence in 1966, established 4 system of non-racial parliamentary democracy. Leqislative authority is vested in the National Assembly, elected hy universal adult suffraqe, and in the President. The President and his Cabinet pxercisp executive power, There is an independent judiciary which administers and interpret6 the law of the land, Arrangements are in effect to accommodate the traditional institutions of thp country. Since independence Hntswana has enJoyed continued pal itical stability. / . . . s/17453 Enqlieh Psqe 8 14. Botswana became a Membet of the United Nations on 12 October 1966. It is a member of the Commonwealth, the Orqanizatlon at Atrlcan Unity and the Movement ot Non-Aligned Count r 1 es, and has participated actively as a front-line State in the various initiatives seekihq to resolve the problems of southetn Africa. Botswana 1s a foundinq member of the Southern Aft&can Development Co-ordination Conference eetsbllshed in 1980 by the States of the region to lessen or reduce their economic dependence on the Republic of South Africa, to overcome economic ftaqmentatron and to co-ordinate ettotts towards reqional and national economic development. 15. In spite ot its efforts and achievements, Botswana cant inues to race ditficulties caused by Its geopolitical situation. Given its location and historical circumstances, Botswana is heavily dependent on South Africa tot trade, transport and fore iqn employment. It is also vulnerable to any political turmoil which takes place in the region, This was seen durinq Zimbabwe’s sttuqqle for independence and is beinq witnessed aqain in the current civil unrest in South 
**Analysis**
The text primarily discusses Botswana's economic situation, political stability, and international relations. It mentions the country's dependence on South Africa for trade, transport, and employment, as well as its efforts to overcome economic fragmentation and achieve regional and national economic development. The text also touches on the country's natural resources, including livestock and minerals. However, it does not delve into specific details about agriculture, forestry, fishing, or industry.

**Category**
Economic development, International trade