Members of Hindu Forum of Belgium, representing different groupings including Brahma Kumaris, Shiva Forum Europe and ISKCON Radhadesh met Ambassador Saurabh Kumar and briefed him about their activities and forthcoming events. Amb conveyed his warm wishes to the Forum.

Amb. Saurabh Kumar today had a fruitful exchange with Karel Lannoo and stefania benaglia of CEPS ThinkTank on the huge potential and possible value addition of Think Tank led engagements on the dynamic India-EU relations.

Amb Saurabh Kumar had a cordial meeting with Mr Stefano Sannino, Stefano Sannino today. Wide ranging discussions on current & new areas of dialogue and cooperation. As natural partners in a changing world, there is growing 🇮🇳🇪🇺convergence based on shared values and principles

Ambassador Saurabh Kumar presented his letter of credence to His Royal Highness Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg at the Grand Ducal Palace. Amb conveyed the greetings of Indian leadership, and his commitment to further strengthen and deepen the warm ties between two countries.

Ambassador-designate Saurabh Kumar met Chief of Protocol Amb. Olivier Baldauff of MFA Luxembourg 🇱🇺 & handed over copies of Credential documents. They exchanged views on strengthening India-Luxembourg partnership, especially in sustainable finance, technology & people to people contact.

Amb Saurabh Kumar had a cordial meeting with Ms Thérèse Blanchet, Secretary General of the Council of European Union & European Council EU Council Press today. Discussed closer cooperation under 🇮🇳🇪🇺 Strategic Partnership& high-level exchanges including the next India EU Summit

Amb Saurabh Kumar met Ms Belen Martinez, acting DSG for Economic and Global issues European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺

Discussed review of 🇮🇳🇪🇺 Strategic Partnership and the Roadmap 2025; TTC & other institutional dialogue mechanisms; FTA; connectivity & digital partnerships; & multilateral cooperation

Amb Saurabh Kumar met Peter Moors, Chief of Staff to PM of🇧🇪& Tom Neijens, Dip. Advisor. Noted momentum in relations& discussed coop in trade, tech &investment. Welcomed proposed high level exchanges &recent institutional dialogues. Also exchanged views on G7 diamond sanctions

At the “Meet the Ambassador” event by BICC&I, Saurabh Kumar interacted with Belgian industry CEOs and encouraged them to deepen their ties with India to become part of the incredible growth story of India, especially in the sectors of green technologies and circular economy

Belgo-Indian Chambers of Commerce&Industry(BICC&I) organised a “Meet the Ambassador” & investment promotion event. Saurabh Kumar interacted with Belgian business leaders. BICC&I Chairman Baron Philippe Vlerick hailed India’s economic progress and strong India-Belgium relations

We look forward to continue strengthening the Belgo-Indian partnership!

Belgian Royal Palace 🇧🇪 Belgium MFA Randhir Jaiswal India in Belgium & Luxembourg Saurabh Kumar Dr. S. Jaishankar (Modi Ka Parivar)

Amb Saurabh Kumar met Belgo-Indian Chamber of Commerce&Industry (BICC&I) Chairperson Baron Philippe Vlerick. Both discussed ways to further strengthen India-Belgian trade and commercial ties including in areas of new and clean technologies.
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Ambassador Saurabh Kumar presented his credentials to His Majesty King Philippe, King of the Belgians, at a ceremony at the Castle of Laeken. Amb conveyed warm greetings of the Indian leadership to the King, and his commitment to further strengthen the cordial bilateral ties.

Called prime minister Narendra Modi to discuss the conflicts in #Ukraine & #Gaza and protecting shipping lanes in the Red Sea.

We also talked about our growing commercial relations #semiconductors #pharmaceuticals #greenhydrogen and the upcoming royal trade mission to India 🇮🇳

Spoke to Belgium PM Alexander De Croo 🇧🇪🇪🇺. Congratulated him on the success of the First Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels. Exchanged views on strengthening bilateral ties; advancing India-EU Partnership under Belgian Presidency; and cooperation on regional and global issues.

Amb-designate Saurabh Kumar met Ms Theodora Gentzis,Secretary General 🇧🇪 Belgium MFA.Reviewed strong 🇮🇳🇧🇪 bilateral relations& discussed upcoming high-level engagements. Significant potential to strengthen partnership, given growing convergence in current geopolitical environment

Amb-designate Saurabh Kumar inaugurated the India pavilion at TAVOLA fair at @Kortrijkxpo. India pavilion displayed the diverse, scintillating flavors of Indian cuisine in the form of aromatic basmati rice, rejuvenating India teas, delicious Indian spices and fine Indian wines

Amb-designate Saurabh Kumar paid his respects at the statue of Gandhi ji in Antwerp. He met members of Indian community and others & visited Indian Visa Center in Antwerp. He highlighted vital role played by vibrant Indian community in fostering closer India-Belgium ties.

During his visit to Antwerp Amb-designate Saurabh Kumar visited the headquarters of leading Belgian recycling firm Gemini Corporation N.V.. Amb and Chairman of Gemini NV Surendra Patawari discussed ways to harness power of circular economy in ushering in green transition in India & Belgium

Amb-designate Saurabh Kumar visited Port of Antwerp-Bruges and had an interaction with senior leadership of the port. They discussed the fruitful association of India with Port of Antwerp-Bruges and explored ways to further strengthen growing India-Belgium trade