Belgian Economic Mission to India
- India
hub.brussels, in collaboration with the Foreign Trade Agency, FIT, AWEX, and the FPS Foreign Affairs, is organising an economic mission to India from 1 to 8 March 2025. Join us to explore the opportunities that Delhi and Mumbai offer, in the presence of HRH Princess Astrid of Belgium, representing His Majesty the King.
About
The Republic of India, the world’s most populous country with over 1.4 billion inhabitants, is currently the 5th largest economy and a key player on the global stage. Far more than an emerging economy, India distinguishes itself as a strategic partner in key sectors such as technology, pharmaceuticals, energy, and digital services. With its significant economic reforms and ambitious projects in energy transition, India offers vast potential for foreign businesses, particularly in the areas of infrastructure, sustainable development, and digital transformation.
The programme includes meetings and official receptions with local governments and authorities, company visits, sector-specific seminars, as well as information and networking sessions.
Additionally, economic and commercial advisors accompanying the delegation will assist businesses in establishing potential contacts in India. Participating businesses will be invited to share their details and objectives in advance.
Focus on the following sectors
This is a multi-sector mission, with a particular focus on the following sectors:
- Climate and renewable energy (including green hydrogen)
- Health and life sciences
- Advanced materials and technologies for industrial applications
- Construction and eco-construction
- Transport and logistics
- Aeronautics, space and defence
Program
Saturday 01/03
Departure from Brussels
Sunday 02/03
Arrival in Delhi
Mission briefing
Monday 03/03
Programme in Delhi
Official reception in Delhi
Tuesday 04/03
Programme in Delhi
Wednesday 05/03
Programme in Mumbai
Thursday 06/03
Programme in Mumbai
Friday 07/03
Programme in Mumbai
Saturday 08/03
Return to Brussels
Practical info
The missions organised by hub.brussels are open to Brussels-based companies seeking to expand internationally. Companies must meet the following criteria:
- Engage in the production of goods or services in Brussels and/or contribute significantly to the Brussels economy (including the tourism sector)
- Adhere to our general terms and conditions for participating in group activities abroad
Registration fees
- €100 for SMEs
- €500 for other enterprises
Mission flights
- International Flights: Lufthansa
- Economy Class: around €1300
- Premium Economy: €2075
- Business Class: €2900
- Local Flight: TBC
Mission hotels
- In New Delhi: around €315/night for standard rooms
- In Mumbai: €290-400/night
The link to reserve flights and hotels through the travel agency will be sent upon confirmation of your registration.
Please note that the number of rooms and flight seats is limited, so we recommend making your reservations as soon as possible, as they will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis
If you choose to travel on the flights and stay in the hotels provided during this mission, we will arrange the transfers between the airport and the hotel (including return transfers).
Useful resources
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Registrations open until 13 December
