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🇧🇪 #BFAST is the structure of the federal government that is activated when providing #emergencyaid abroad and consists of:
🔹@ibzbe
🔹FPS Policy & Support (BOSA)
🔹@be_gezondheid/@SanteBelgique
🔹@BelgiumDefence
🔹@BelgiumMFA
🔹Prime Minister's Office
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🇧🇪🇱🇧 Lebanon is severely impacted by the conflict in the Middle East and requests assistance.
Belgium, through the #BFAST emergency mechanism, is answering this call by delivering emergency relief supplies for the affected population. [1/3]
Our compatriots who left Doha last night arrived safely in Riyadh this morning.
They are now in the capable hands of our team on the ground. 🙌🇧🇪
🔗 Read more in the press release : diplomatie.belgium.be/en/news/inte...
As a member of the International Contact Group for the Great Lakes, Belgium expresses grave concern over the ceasefire violations in eastern DRC.
All parties must recommit to peace, respect humanitarian law, and ensure safe access for aid.
Belgium MFA plays a central role in the repatriation of over 900 Belgians from the Middle East. Our diplomatic & consular teams in the region & Brussels stand ready day & night to assist.
The first operational phase of this repatriation began this evening in Qatar.
🇮🇷 All travel to Iran is strongly discouraged for Belgian nationals & dual nationals. Belgian citizens currently in Iran, including dual nationals, are advised to leave the country as soon as possible.
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The security situation in the Middle East remains volatile. We advise all Belgians in the region to remain vigilant, follow the instructions of the local authorities, and closely consult our travel advice.
🇮🇱🇱🇧 All non-essential travel to Israel & Lebanon is discouraged.
⛑️ Following the recent cyclones in Madagascar, Belgium, through B‑FAST, is delivering basic necessities to support the already vulnerable population.
In total, B‑FAST will send approximately 10 tons of supplies, equivalent to 82 m³, to Madagascar.
The fight against nuclear proliferation is a priority of Belgian Foreign Affairs.
Belgium works together with IAEA, which checks whether countries' nuclear programs remain peaceful.
Belgium's contributions to nuclear technologies benefit the daily lives of all citizens.
🔗 Read more in the press release: diplomatie.belgium.be/en/news/belg...
🇧🇪🇮🇶🇸🇾 Belgium invested €1.35 million in 2025 to support UNMAS
demining efforts in Iraq and Syria.
A 🇧🇪 policy priority, clearing mines means children can safely go to school, communities can grow in dignity and local economies can thrive, leading to sustainable development.
🇧🇪🇸🇦 Belgium was honoured to welcome H.E. Bandar bin Ibrahim Al‑Khorayef, Saudi Minister of Industry & Mineral Resources, for a dynamic economic roundtable.
A forward‑looking exchange unfolded, boosting partnerships in pharma, chemicals, agro‑industry & mineral resources.
✋On #RedHandDay, Belgium declares they are #ChildrenNotSoldiers.
Use & recruitment of children is 1 of the 6 grave violations in the #ChildrenAndArmedConflict agenda.
We #ActToProtect by supporting @unicef.org's Monitoring and Reporting Mechanism through multiannual funding.
🇧🇪🇩🇿 Belgium welcomes the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding to promote air services with Algeria.
The agreement will help increasing the weekly passenger flight frequencies between our two countries.
As such, it is reflecting our dynamic & forward-looking economic ties.
#BEDiploDays
🤝 We organised a speed‑networking session between our Heads of Mission & representatives of Belgian companies.
• 500+ meetings
• 300 participants
• 130 companies
Together with the Belgian Regions, we support 🇧🇪businesses in exploring diverse markets worldwide.
As a founding member, Belgium remains a steadfast partner of the Council of Europe — through concrete contributions, frank dialogue and an unwavering commitment to our common values.
This week, we welcomed Alain Berset, SecGen of the Council of Europe, on his first official visit to Belgium, for a constructive exchange on:
✅ democratic security
✅ our shared commitment to defending human rights, the rule of law & strengthening democracy across Europe
Expiration of the New START treaty ends +50 years of nuclear arms limitations, making the world more vulnerable to nuclear weapons expansion. In a world marked by agreements violations & nuclear buildup, new ways to restore arms control must be found. Nobody wins a nuclear war.
📍#BEDiploDays
Now more than ever, Belgium & EU must stand united to address global issues.
Today, our Ambassadors met with the EU High Representative & Vice-President Kaja Kallas. Their exchange focused on the major challenges and topics shaping our world.
📍 #BEDiploDays
Every day, our Ambassadors strive for more security and prosperity for the Belgian citizens.
Today, they discussed enabling the Belgian priorities abroad with respectively our Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of Defence.
📍 #BEDiploDays
The FPS Foreign Affairs works closely with Belgium’s Regions and Communities on a wide range of topics.
Today, their Minister‑Presidents met with our Ambassadors to exchange views, align priorities, and share key objectives for the year ahead.
📍 #BEDiploDays
Consular work and delivering visa, is a crucial task of our embassies and consulates.
Minister of Asylum & Migration Anneleen Van Bossuyt explained how migration can contribute to bilateral and economic relations, while considering opportunities & challenges.
📍 #BEDiploDays kicked off!
🇧🇪 Belgian heads of mission from around the world are gathering in Brussels this week.
Through a series of meetings, exchanges, and events, they will discuss today’s diplomatic priorities and explore ways to address them effectively.
Timely payments are key to overcome the ongoing liquidity crisis and to enable the UN to pursue its mission.
🔗 Read more : un.org/en/ga/contri...
🇧🇪 🇺🇳 Walking the talk! As a staunch defender of multilateral cooperation, Belgium confirms its timely payment of its contribution to the 2026 UN budget, making once again the list of early contributors.
🇧🇪🇰🇼 BelgiumMFA SecGen Theodora Gentzis met with H.E. Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Kuwait.
They discussed:
✔️ Bilateral relations
✔️ New areas for cooperation
Our bilateral relationship remains strong and vibrant!
