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Kazakhstan’s Mangystau region has secured a major international investment agreement that is expected to strengthen the country’s maritime industry and support economic growth in the Caspian region. The agreement was signed during high-level meetings in Brussels and involves a partnership with Damen Shipyards Group, one of the world’s leading shipbuilding and maritime infrastructure companies. The total value of the planned investment is estimated at around €100 million. Officials said the project will focus on establishing a modern shipbuilding facility in the Caspian region. The initiative is designed to expand domestic industrial capabilities, increase vessel production, and improve maritime transport infrastructure.…
Kazakhstan has secured commercial agreements worth about €10 billion with European partners as President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev concluded a major visit to Brussels. The agreements highlight growing economic ties between Kazakhstan and the European Union and strengthen cooperation in transport, aviation, industry, and trade. The deals were announced during a business forum attended by government officials, business leaders, and representatives of major European companies. The event marked a significant step in expanding relations between Kazakhstan and the European Union, which remains the country’s largest trading and investment partner. The visit came more than a year after leaders from Central Asia and…
Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako have begun an official visit to Belgium, marking a new chapter in diplomatic ties between the two nations. The imperial couple arrived in Brussels and were formally welcomed at Laeken Palace by King Philippe and Queen Mathilde. The meeting between the two royal families took place on Monday in the Belgian capital. The Japanese Emperor and Empress were greeted about 200 meters from the palace entrance before the four royals posed for photographs and walked inside together while engaging in conversation. The visit highlights the long standing friendly relations between Japan and Belgium, with…
Bulgarians living in Brussels and across Europe gathered once again for the 38th edition of the Big Horo, a traditional folk dance event that has become a cultural highlight for the Bulgarian diaspora. The celebration brought together participants from Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and Germany for an evening of music, dance, and shared heritage. The event, known as the Big Horo, is organised by Bulgarian community groups in Brussels and has grown into a regular cultural meeting point for people who want to stay connected to their roots. It also attracts international participants who enjoy Bulgarian folk dance and music.…
Europatat has elected Peter Ton as its new president during its 2026 Congress in Brussels. The decision marks a leadership change for the European Potato Trade Association. Members from across Europe gathered to vote and discuss the future of the potato sector. The congress brought together around 90 participants. They included growers, traders, and industry experts. The main focus was the future of the European potato market and the challenges ahead. The association, known as Europatat, represents the potato trade industry across Europe. It works on issues such as trade rules, plant health, food safety, and market development. Peter Ton,…
The Canakkale Mobile Museum has started its European tour with a stop in Brussels. The exhibition brings the history of the Canakkale Wars to Turkish communities living in Europe. The project is supported by Turkey’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism. The mobile museum is designed to share memories of one of the most important battles in Turkish history. It focuses on the Canakkale front during World War I. The exhibition uses photos, written records, and visual displays to explain key events in a simple way. The museum is run under the name Canakkale Wars Mobile Museum. It travels across different…
The European Commission is preparing a new law that would push companies to diversify their supply chains, as concerns grow over Europe’s heavy dependence on China for critical materials and industrial inputs. The proposed EU supply chain law would mark a shift from voluntary guidance to regulatory pressure. It reflects growing political concern in Brussels about supply security, trade imbalances, and the strategic risks linked to reliance on a single dominant supplier. For several years, the European Union has described its approach toward China as “de-risking” rather than full economic separation. The new proposal suggests that this strategy may now…
A week of high-level diplomacy across Europe has highlighted shifting global alliances, renewed coordination on Ukraine, and growing debate inside the European Union over how to manage relations with both the United States and Russia. From the calm setting of Évian-les-Bains in France to tense meetings in Brussels, European leaders navigated a series of critical discussions involving the Group of Seven (G7), Ukraine strategy, and backchannel communication with Moscow. The week has been described by officials as one of the most intense diplomatic periods of the year. At the centre of the G7 summit held in Évian was French President…
Air Canada has launched a new direct flight connecting Halifax, Nova Scotia, with Brussels, Belgium, giving travelers a faster and more convenient route between Canada and Europe. The new Halifax Brussels direct flight is now operating from Halifax Stanfield International Airport and runs three times per week until September 5. The service is part of the airline’s seasonal expansion of its transatlantic network. Airport officials said the new route is designed to improve international connectivity for both business and leisure travelers. It also strengthens Halifax’s role as a growing hub for transatlantic travel between North America and Europe. The destination,…
The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to Moldova’s path toward membership during the second EU-Moldova Summit held in Brussels, where leaders reviewed progress in accession talks and outlined next steps in the country’s reform process. The summit was co-hosted by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa, alongside Moldovan President Maia Sandu. The meeting focused on strengthening political and economic ties and advancing Moldova’s integration into the EU framework. A key topic was Moldova’s progress under the newly opened “fundamentals cluster” in its accession negotiations. This cluster covers core requirements for EU membership,…
