Despite heavy rains sweeping across Belgium’s North Sea coast, the vibrant atmosphere of ManiFiesta 2025 in Ostend was undiminished, and Vietnam’s presence stood out as a bridge of friendship and solidarity.

Former Vietnamese Honorary Consul to Belgium Joseph-Michel de Grand Ry has reaffirmed the commitment of many Belgian individuals and organisations and himself to supporting Vietnam in overcoming the devastating legacies of war, in an interview with the Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the Day for Agent Orange (AO)/dioxin Victims (August 10).

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Business Association in Belgium (VBAB) is actively rolling out a series of targeted initiatives to boost economic ties between Vietnam and the European Union (EU), with a particular focus on Belgium, a country known for its strengths in seaport infrastructure, clean energy, and logistics.

A friendly golf tournament named “Vietnam Ambassador’s Cup” was held in Brabant Wallonia province, Belgium on June 22 to raise funds for Agent Orange (AO)/dioxin victims in Hoi An city, Vietnam’s Quang Nam province.

VOV.VN - The Vietnam Intellectual Association in Belgium and Luxembourg (ViLaB) has affirmed its commitment to supporting national development through science, technology, innovation, and global integration at a recent conference in Brussels on mobilizing overseas Vietnamese to strengthen ties between Vietnam and the European Union.

An investment, trade, and tourism promotion forum was held in Brussels on June 6, seeking to enhance cooperation between Quang Ninh province and Belgian partners for a green and sustainable growth future.

VOV.VN - For the first time in Vietnam, an international 3D Mapping art programme will be held with the participation of art troupes from France, Belgium, and Singapore, according to the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Culture and Sports.

VOV.VN - Vietnamese National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man has called on the Belgian Parliament to swiftly ratify the European Union – Vietnam Investment Protection Agreement (EVIPA) to facilitate stronger bilateral investment.

A Vietnam – Belgium symposium was held at the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) on April 3, advancing road safety initiatives through virtual learning and research.

VOV.VN - Ho Chi Minh City is bolstering cooperation with Belgian localities in key areas such as education, healthcare, environmental protection, and technology, aiming to turn potential into concrete projects.