INDIA–BELGIUM RELATIONS — NEW MOMENTUM IN DEFENCE, SEMICONDUCTORS AND CLEAN ENERGY
14 September 2026
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INDIA–BELGIUM RELATIONS — NEW MOMENTUM IN DEFENCE, SEMICONDUCTORS AND CLEAN ENERGY
Context
During Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever’s official visit to India from 2–4 September 2026, he held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. Both sides agreed to deepen cooperation in defence, semiconductors, critical minerals, clean energy, ports, logistics and advanced technology.
Background
India and Belgium have traditionally had strong economic links, especially through the Antwerp–Surat diamond trade. Their relationship is now moving into strategic sectors. The India–Belgium Strategic Dialogue, launched in Brussels on 15 July 2026, created a regular framework for cooperation in security, technology, trade and green transition.
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India-Belgium strategic dialogue strengthens ties in defence, semiconductors, clean energy and critical minerals. De Wever's visit marks shift from trade to technology partnership.
Keywords
India-Belgium relationsdefence co-productionsemiconductorsstrategic dialogueBart De Weverclean energycritical mineralssupply chain resiliencetechnology transfermaritime security