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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
🌊 Making our seas safer requires strong international cooperation, new technologies and close collaboration with the maritime private sector. That’s what Belgium is bringing together this week at #UNGA81. ℹ️Read more : cdn.flxml.eu/r-2a041b8198...
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
🇺🇳 At #UNGA81, Minister Maxime Prévot highlighted the importance of international and humanitarian law, as well as freedom of navigation. He also reaffirmed Belgium’s commitment to protecting our oceans, including our candidacy to host the BBNJ Secretariat.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
🇧🇪🇩🇿 Today @belgiummfa.bsky.social SecGen T. Gentzis met with her Algerian counterpart L. Magramane for political consultations. On the agenda: bilateral agreements, economic & #energy cooperation, #EU-Algeria relations & the #Sahel. A new important step set in our cooperation & dialogue!
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🇧🇪🇺🇳 Belgium heads to #UNGA81 to champion effective multilateralism & strengthen partnerships. Minister Maxime Prévot will lead the delegation. Key priorities include Belgium’s BBNJ Secretariat candidacy, freedom of navigation, ocean protection & respect for international law.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🇧🇪 B-FAST’s field hospital has officially been certified by the @who.int. It is now part of the WHO network of internationally recognised emergency medical teams, ready to deploy within 24–48 hours in response to disasters, crises and health emergencies. [1/3]
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🇧🇪🇨🇦 Belgium MFA SecGen met with Canadian Deputy Minister of International Trade Glenn Purves to discuss trade diversification, CETA, Critical Raw Materials, and the upcoming Belgian economic mission to Canada.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
On #DemocracyDay, Belgium celebrates democratic participation, pluralism and civic space as essential pillars of democracy. BE reaffirms its commitment to fostering inclusive and accountable societies, grounded in human rights, the rule of law & meaningful participation for all.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
📖The Safe Schools Declaration aims to protect education during armed conflict, promote respect for international humanitarian law, limit the military use of schools & educational facilities. A school is a place of learning, not a battlefield. Education should never be a target.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
👋Give a warm welcome to our new Spokesperson Maxime Ramon! Maxime was previously working for the Economic Affairs Service and State Visits Co-ordinator’s Office, but also posted in Canada, Taiwan and South Korea. Today, he joins Florinda, who has held the post for two years.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Statement on the announced integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) into the institutions of the Syrian Arab Republic. ⬇️
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Ukraine’s Independence Day is a powerful reminder that sovereignty and territorial integrity are not negotiable. A day to also honour every single Ukrainian citizen and soldier, striving for their freedom and showing remarkable resilience. Slava Ukraini! 🇧🇪🇺🇦
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
🕯️On the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism, Belgium stands in solidarity & honours the memory of all #VictimsOfTerrorism. We remain committed to preventing terrorism, protecting human rights & strengthening resilience.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Statement on the escalation of violence in the West Bank ⤵️
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
💙On World Day against Trafficking in Persons, Belgium reaffirms its commitment to #EndHumanTrafficking. As a pioneer in the fight against this crime, Belgium supports the campaign & continues to work towards prevention, victim protection, justice for all & int. cooperation.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Belgium joins this Media Freedom Coalition statement expressing deep concern over the situation of journalists in the Middle East and calling for the protection of media workers and respect for international humanitarian law. ℹ️Full statement: mediafreedomcoalition.org/joint-statem...
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Belgium supports the Joint Statement issued by the EU on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the Philippines-China South China Sea Arbitral Tribunal Award. ⤵️ www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/pre...
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South China Sea: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the tenth anniversary of the Arbitral Award between the Philippines and China
The EU issued a statement on the tenth anniversary of the Arbitral Award between the Philippines and China under Annex VII to the UNCLOS, expressing deep concern about the steady increase of tensions ...
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Due to the increased risk of wildfires in several parts of Europe, we call on Belgian travellers to register their trip on ⁠Travellers Online and consult the latest ⁠travel advice before departure : 🔗https://travellersonline.diplomatie.be/Culture/Selection 🔗 diplomatie.belgium.be/en/travel-ad...
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Statement on UNRWA. ⬇️
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Statement on the Russian attack on Kyiv. ⬇️
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
🇧🇪⚖️On this day in 2002, the ICC began its operations. Despite challenges and sanctions, the Court continues to deliver justice for victims worldwide. Belgium commends the ICC’s efforts to strengthen its resilience and safeguard autonomy and will continue to support the Court.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
🇧🇪 🇯🇵 From 23 to 24 June, Their Majesties the King and Queen of the Belgians will welcome Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan for a State Visit. The visit celebrates the strong friendship & cooperation between our countries.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Armed conflicts do not affect all civilians in the same way. Children, women & other vulnerable groups often face specific risks and needs. Today, BelgiumMFA hosts a conference on how int. humanitarian law can better protect all civilians under the 4th Geneva Convention.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
📄Transparency and accountability matter. Our 2025 annual report provides an overview of Belgium’s actions in foreign affairs and international cooperation. You can also find the reports of BIO, Enabel, Belgian Development Cooperation and the Special Evaluator ⤵️ [1/2]
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
🪖 BelgiumMFA & BelgiumDefence have joined forces to offer crisis management training to 60 staff members of Foreign Affairs who may be deployed to unstable or high-risk areas.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
🌊 On #WorldOceanDay, Belgium reaffirms its commitment to strong, science-based ocean governance. Belgium’s candidature to host the BBNJ Secretariat reflects this ambition. #BBNJ #OceanAction #SaveOurOcean
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
📍 #BEmissionTUR HM the Queen, accompanied by Maxime Prévot & Theo Francken, met with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and First Lady Emine Erdoğan. A rich exchange to boost economic cooperation, build on close ties and people connections, and give new momentum to our partnership.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 09/05/2026
🇧🇪🇪🇺 On this #EuropeDay, Belgium reaffirms its commitment to an EU built on democracy, the rule of law, human rights & solidarity. A strong and united EU is key to remain a credible & reliable global partner, strengthening our capacity to safeguard security and prosperity.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
🇧🇪🇹🇷 From 10 to 14 May, HM The Queen will lead a Belgian Economic Mission to #Türkiye. The mission aims to strengthen bilateral ties between Belgium and Türkiye by promoting deeper cooperation and resilient partnerships. 📲 Follow along via #BEmissionTUR
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
👏 Belgium stands with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, International Committee of the Red Cross and National societies worldwide.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Today, Belgium’s human rights policy will be reviewed during the 4th Universal Periodic Review (UPR) at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. Foreign Affairs plays a key role in coordinating recommendations and promoting human rights internationally.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Belgium warmly welcomes Lebanon as a new State Party to the #AntiPersonnelMineBanConvention. An important step towards the universalisation of the norm against anti-personnel mines, & a strong contribution to the reinforcement of int. humanitarian law & global peace efforts.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
📊 Curious to see what we achieved last year? Our 2025 annual report is now available! Discover our priorities, actions and impact for Belgium and Belgians abroad. Read the full report, in French and Dutch, here: - diplomatie.belgium.be/fr/actualite... - diplomatie.belgium.be/nl/nieuws/te...
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
📣 With the slogan “Brussels must be DemoCrazy”, the city of Brussels highlights its role as a pioneer of innovative democracy. The protection of democracy is a high priority for Belgium MFA.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Lebanon is severely impacted by the conflict in the Middle East and requests assistance. Belgium, through the #BFAST emergency mechanism, continues to support Lebanon by delivering additional emergency relief supplies for the affected population. [1/3]
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Everyday innocent civilians fall victim to anti-personnel mines during and after conflicts have ended. Thanks to the #OttawaConvention, millions of mines have been destroyed and countless lives have been saved. [1/2]
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Belgium, with partner countries, condemns the escalation in Lebanon and calls on all parties to halt hostilities, respect international law and protect civilians. Full humanitarian access is essential. De-escalation and diplomacy must prevail.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
🇧🇪🇲🇩 Belgium, through the #BFAST emergency mechanism, is sending emergency equipment to Moldova to help protect drinking water supplies and limit environmental damage following the oil contamination of the Dniester River. [1/3]
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 22/03/2026
On 22 March 2016, terror attacks shook Brussels and our nation. Ten years later, we honor the victims, salute our emergency responders, and stand together in remembrance. #BrusselsRemembers
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
🇧🇪🇪🇺 Today in Brussels, Team Europe, its African partners & civil society aligned efforts on strengthening social protection in Sub-Saharan Africa. Social protection is not a cost, but an investment in human dignity, economic resilience, and the prosperity of future generations.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
🇧🇪🇺🇳 Belgium welcomed UN Secretary-General António Gutteres for discussions on today’s global challenges, from Gaza and Ukraine to Lebanon and the Great Lakes. Belgium reaffirmed its strong support for the UN, multilateralism, international law and the ongoing UN reform.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
🇧🇪🇺🇳 @belgiummfa.bsky.social had a productive exchange with @tomfletcherun.bsky.social on rising humanitarian needs, funding challenges & forgotten crises. Humanitarian aid saves lives daily. Our new strategy provides flexible multi‑year funding to support partners and people in need.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
What does the future of international cooperation look like? At Forward Fest, policymakers, academics, journalists and civil society came together to explore exactly that. Foreign Affairs not only supported the festival but also took part in the conversation.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
🇧🇪🇱🇧 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]
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
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. 🙌🇧🇪
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
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.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
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.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
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.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
⛑️ 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.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
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.
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Belgium MFA @belgiummfa.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
🇧🇪🇮🇶🇸🇾 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.
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