Embassy Highlights Expanded Pathways for Knowledge Partnerships and People-to-People Cooperation, It's Press Release issued today by the Embassy of Pakistan Brussels 🇵🇰
The Al Sharq Youth Conference, held on December 12-13 in Istanbul, focused on youth's active role in shaping the Muslim world’s future under the theme "Tashkĩl Al Sharq: From Vision to Action." Speakers from diverse backgrounds, including Hakan Fidan, Omar Suleiman, and Wadah Khanfar, united around the common cause of the Palestinian issue.
The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Belgium, in cooperation with Kazakhfilm Studio and the French Association of Kazakh Cinema, organized the Kazakh Cinema Days in Brussels
EUREFLECT had the privilege to attend yesterday’s reception hosted by the Kazakh Embassy to Belgium, on 12 December at Steigenberger Wiltcher’s Hotel in Brussels. This event marked Kazakhstan’s Republic Day and the 10th anniversary of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Kazakhstan and the European Union. Over the past decade, this agreement has acted as a key catalyst transforming transactional business agreements into a long lasting friendship between both sides.
The European capital hosted a formal reception marking the 10th anniversary of the signing of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the European Union
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov highlighted Turkmenistan’s 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality and its commitment to global peace within the UN’s International Year of Peace and Trust. He emphasized neutrality as a flexible platform for dialogue and proposed expanding cooperation with the UN, including the creation of a University of Peace and Neutrality.
Eureflect had the pleasure to attend the vibrant Qazaq Cultural Night at the Foundation Universitaire in Brussels on 9 December 2025. The guests were immersed in the sounds and stories of the Kazakh steppe in the heart of Europe. The evening, was hosted by the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Belgium and Luxembourg with the support of the Almaty Region Akimat. Mister Ambassador Roman Vassilenko, Minister-Counsellor Murager Sauranbay & Diplomat Rakhat Nurgaliyev of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Kingdom of Belgium played a key role in shaping this cultural initiative.
Artists from the “Alatau Auenderi” ensemble travelled from Kazakhstan to Brussels to share the authentic sounds of the Kazakh steppe. Their performance transformed the Belgian capital into a musical symbiosis of nomadic and European melodies.
The International Conference “The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation for Sustainable Development” held in Turkmenistan’s Avaza National Tourist Zone gathered leading political, social, and cultural figures from across Central Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. Turkmenistan positioned itself as the central driver of regional dialogue, showcasing its commitment to peace, trust, and humanitarian development—especially during its national observance of the International Year of Peace and Trust.
Eureflect had the great honour of attending the inauguration of the Kazakhstan–EU Gateway’s new cooperation platform and its first flagship event, “Strategic Partnership on Critical Raw Materials.” This event was hosted at the Brussels premises of TÜSİAD, one of Turkey’s most prominent business associations. The venue provided an influential setting that reflected the event’s high-level, Eurasia focused character. The conference took place today, 9 December 2025, at Av. des Gaulois 13 in Brussels, bringing together policymakers, experts and business leaders at the heart of the EU quarter.
The international conference “Bridging Horizons: Celebrating Pakistan–China Deep Rooted Friendship” was held on 4 December 2025 at Bahria University Islamabad to mark 75 years of Pak–China relations and highlight their political, economic, cultural, and strategic dimensions. The event featured expert talks, student competitions, poster exhibitions, and research presentations, engaging nearly 500 students. It emphasized youth participation as a key driver in strengthening the longstanding Pakistan–China partnership.
The Aktobe Investment Forum-2025 concluded with a powerful message for the global business community: Kazakhstan is strengthening its role as a strategic economic hub at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Bringing together investors from across the world, major Kazakhstani corporations, and central government institutions, the forum distinguished itself with the participation of ambassadors and representatives from 20 countries, underscoring rising international confidence in the region.
The 47th ASEAN Summit and the future of ASEAN-EU relations were the focal points of the "ASEAN Forum 2025," held today in Brussels on December 5, 2025. Below is an extended news article covering the event/forum hosted by the Embassy of Malaysia in Brussels & European Institute of Asian Studies also known as EIAS.
EUReflect had the great honour of attending the solemn Commemoration of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People held yesterday on December 3 , 2025 at the Polak Room in the Residence Palace, Brussels. This event, organized by the Mission of the State of Palestine to the Kingdom of Belgium, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and the European Union, was a powerful memorial ceremony paying tribute to the victims of the ongoing genocidal war in Gaza and the atrocities committed against the Palestinian people under the Israeli military occupation. The commemoration also addressed the acute and escalating aggression by far-right Israeli settlers in the West Bank, highlighting their systematic displacement of Palestinian families from their homes. It brought urgent attention to the persistent violence and discriminatory policies characterized by apartheid practices commited by the State of Israel in the West Bank, Gaza and East Jerusalem.
A high-level meeting in Brussels on 28 November placed Armenia firmly at the centre of preparations for next year’s COP17, setting the tone for what is expected to be a pivotal moment in global biodiversity governance. Co-organised by the Embassy and Mission of Armenia to the European Union together with the UN Development Programme, the event gathered EU institutions, UN agencies, civil society, and financial actors to assess implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework and to align expectations for the Yerevan COP in 2026.
EU Reflect – Event Coverage
Brussels, 23 November 2025 — Sustainable cashmere, nomadic traditions, and modern eco-conscious fashion converged in the heart of Brussels as Tuya Sar hosted the long-anticipated launch of Mongolian Green Labels (MGL) at La Monnaie. The event, supported by the European Union and Mongolian partners, marked one of the most notable introductions of Mongolian-made ethical fashion to the European market.
The gathering brought together diplomats, designers, journalists, and sustainability advocates, offering guests an intimate look into Mongolia’s rich textile heritage — from herder families to finished knitwear.
EUReflect attended Mongolia’s National Day reception in Tashkent, hosted by the Mongolian Ambassador to Uzbekistan. The event celebrated Mongolia’s statehood and democratic journey, its growing partnership with Uzbekistan, cultural dialogue, and a vision for stronger Eurasian connectivity. EUReflect reaffirmed its commitment to fostering dialogue and cooperation among nations.
Eureflect had the honour to attend the press conference on November 24 of Mr Roman Vassilenko Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium, EU, NATO at the “Brussels Press Club”. He underscored a decade of powerful partnership between Kazakhstan and the European Union. The Ambassador made it clear: Kazakhstan is not just a partner, it is the beating heart of a multi-vector strategy that ensures Europe and Asia remain connected, resilient, and prosperous.
The debate organized at the Press Club Brussels revealed a Kazakhstan fully assured in its multi-vector foreign policy: engaging with Russia, China, the European Union and the United States without entering into bloc logic, but defending a strategic pragmatism that has become its trademark.
Ambassador Roman Vassilenko called for a faster, more concrete and more ambitious EU–Kazakhstan partnership, emphasising two priorities: connectivity — with the central role of the Middle Corridor — and cooperation on critical raw materials essential for Europe’s industrial transition.
Journalists present, including Colin Stevens (EU Reporter), raised key questions about energy, green hydrogen, civil nuclear development and Kazakhstan’s wider role in Europe’s green transition. Their direct, sometimes sharp questions shed light on Astana’s strategic objectives.
The reception took place in one of the most prestigious hotels in a luxury district of Brussels, offering a setting worthy of the significance of the event. More than 300 guests attended, demonstrating the broad interest generated by Turkmenistan’s 30 years of neutrality.
At the European Parliament on November 19th, lawmakers, civil-society leaders, and humanitarian actors gathered for the Renew Europe Reconstruction Talks, hosted by Renew Europe MEP Petras Auštrevičius, sending a clear political message: Ukraine’s resilience is no longer defined solely by its army, but by the strength of its civil society.
Ali Sher Navai, an outstanding representative of the Oriental Renaissance, has become an eternal emblem of identity of the cultural, intellectual and aversive progress of the Turkic peoples. All his contributions have gone towards molding the world civilization through call for humanism, culture and language especially through his numerous and diversified writing. Studying Navai’s life and work shows the range of extent to which he impacted literature, language, and humanist culture and his performances as a reformer, poet, and statesman.
Karakalpak literature is a mirror and a flame. It remembers what history forgets. It sings when voices are silenced. From Berdaq’s battle cries to Toleubike’s tears, from the zhyrau’s ballads to the whispers of modern poets, Karakalpak cultural expression is not merely survival—it is resistance, identity, and beauty distilled through centuries.
Samarkand State University, tracing its origins to the Mirzo Ulughbek Madrasa (1420), combines a rich historical legacy with modern academic ambitions. During a 2022–2023 research stay, the author experienced the university as a hub of intellectual exchange, international collaboration, and cultural immersion. The institution excels in supporting foreign scholars, fostering multilingual research, and connecting students with local communities. Beyond academics, it offers a deep engagement with Uzbek culture, traditions, and daily life. Ranked in global indices such as the 2025 THE Impact Rankings (401–600) and QS World University Rankings (1001–1200), the university shows promise in sustainable development goals and internationalization. Samarkand State University stands out as a center where historical scholarship, modern research, and cross-cultural learning intersect, making it a prime destination for researchers in Central Asian studies, Turkic languages, and post-Soviet transformation.
