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Enhancing EU-Kazakhstan Cooperation for a Sustainable Future

The EU and Kazakhstan mark 10 years of strengthened partnership under the EPCA. As Europe seeks secure and diversified sources of critical raw materials for its green transition, Kazakhstan has become a key supplier and strategic partner. The next decade should focus on implementing concrete projects, improving supply chains, modernising transport routes, and deepening technological cooperation to build a resilient, future-oriented partnership.

Yermek Kosherbayev, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Kazakhstan · November 28, 2025

Belgium, Federal Budget 2026–2029

Belgium, Federal Budget 2026–2029: A Vote of Confidence… But the Confidence Still Has to Be Earned

Kadir Duran · November 28, 2025

China's foreign policy priorities in Central Asia

Doniyor Abdullayev · November 28, 2025

Belgian Retail in Mourning: Leen Bakker Disappears, 270 Lives Shattered

The news lands like a hammer blow: Leen Bakker is disappearing from the Belgian market.

Kadir Duran · November 27, 2025

Armenia. Wildfires Rage Across Northeastern Side— Massive Response Underway

YEREVAN / CAUCASUS — A large-scale wildfire has swept through the northeastern Tavush Province of Armenia, prompting one of the country’s biggest coordinated firefighting operations in recent years. The fire — first reported on 21 November 2025 between the villages of Chambarak and Ttujur — has since spread across steep, drought-parched hillsides and threatened forested zones and nearby communities.

Olha Pashchenko · November 27, 2025

Tuya Sar & Mongolian Green Labels Debut in Europe: Sustainable Cashmere Takes Brussels

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.

Olha Pashchenko · November 26, 2025

Romania’s Role in Strengthening European Union Cohesion and Integration

Since joining the EU in 2007, Romania has become an active member that strengthens EU cohesion by effectively using development funds, modernizing its economy, and reducing regional inequalities. It supports political cooperation in the Danube region, improves crisis management and energy security, and encourages EU enlargement for countries like Ukraine and Moldova. Through responsible governance and strong regional partnerships, Romania contributes to a more united, stable, and integrated European Union.

Khalid Taimur Akram · November 26, 2025

EUReflect Attended Mongolia’s National Day Reception in Tashkent

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 News · November 25, 2025

Tashkent State University of Law recognised as a “Reporter” in Times Higher Education Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2026

TSUL has been recognised as a “Reporter” in the 2026 THE Interdisciplinary Science Rankings, marking its first inclusion in this global evaluation. This status shows that the university met the data and participation requirements, reflecting its growing research capacity and commitment to interdisciplinary work. Although not yet ranked, TSUL’s Reporter designation signals progress toward full evaluation and strengthens its alignment with international academic standards.

Abdulaziz Abdurazakov Amirjon Mardonov Islombek Abdikhakimov · November 25, 2025

Decade of Progress: Kazakhstan-EU Cooperation Shaping Eurasian connectivity

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.

İbrahimjan Abdimutalipjan · November 25, 2025

G-20 Summit 2025 and Global Challenges

Johannesburg made plain that the agenda of global governance is shifting: development, equity and climate resilience have moved higher up the global list of priorities, driven by the moral and economic urgency felt in the Global South. The summit also revealed a fragile architecture — the G-20 can still produce consensus statements, but the absence of a top leader from a superpower (the U.S.) and other partial delegations changes how that consensus will be implemented and perceived.

Elbek Qo'chqarov · November 24, 2025

BRUSSEL, Kazakhstan – EU: Ten Years of a Strategic Partnership Ready to Shift Into Higher Gear

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.

Kadir Duran · November 24, 2025

Mount Rinjani of Indonesia

Mount Rinjani is an impressive 3,726-meter volcano on Lombok Island, serving as both a sacred site for the Sasak and Balinese communities and a renowned ecotourism destination thanks to its rich geology and natural beauty. Shaped by major eruptions, the mountain stands out with its vast caldera and Segara Anak Lake. As a national park, it maintains a sustainable balance between cultural heritage, biodiversity, and tourism.

Fatima Tuz Zehra · November 24, 2025

Belgium, Arizona Budget Agreement: A Political Band-Aid, Not a Social Project

But who really benefits from this last-minute budget deal supposedly designed to save the government from collapse or from decisions taken at the very last minute without real reflection?

Kadir Duran · November 24, 2025

Bucharest Votes Again: Why Romania’s Capital Matters More Than Ever

After months of institutional uncertainty, Bucharest heads into a high-stakes mayoral race that will determine the direction of Romania’s most important city. With major challenges in mobility, pollution, governance, and political fragmentation, the outcome will shape both national politics and the capital’s emerging role as a regional hub.

Alex Niculescu · November 24, 2025

How local Firms can integrate Artificial Intelligence in their Businesses

AI isn’t meant to be an emperor; it’s here to empower people. Local businesses in Pakistan face two challenges: they must overcome skill and infrastructure barriers while simultaneously cultivating a forward-thinking business mindset.

Uroosa Khan · November 23, 2025

The Return of Realpolitik: Bagram Air Base and US Foreign Policy

Every country wants to monitor its rival and reduces the opportunities for its foes to gain nuclear capabilities and military strength. Hence, the recent decision by the President of the United States to regain Bagram base from the authority of Afghanistan demonstrates the shifting strategic policy of the US.

Uroosa Khan · November 23, 2025

Militarization of Space: The Next Battlefield Beyond Earth

The militarization of space presents unprecedented risks for global security. If countries continue to develop space-based weapons, the likelihood of conflicts extending beyond Earth becomes increasingly plausible.

Uroosa Khan · November 23, 2025

The Strategic Nature of Export Restrictions: A Repeated-Game Analysis of the Japan–South Korea Case

Doniyor Abdullayev · November 23, 2025

A New Bridge Between Kazakhstan and Belgium

Brussels Welcomes the Opening of the Kazakh Cultural Centre: A New Bridge Between Kazakhstan and Belgium

Kadir Duran · November 23, 2025

EU’s AI-Powered Drone Defense Initiative Set to Transform Eastern Security

The European Union is developing the AI-powered Drone Wall System (DWS-1) to strengthen security along its eastern borders. The system integrates hundreds of autonomous sniper drones into a central AI command hub that can detect, track, and respond to threats in real time. Initial testing will take place in Ukraine, making it a key testing ground for Europe’s next-generation defense technologies. Planned for full deployment by 2028, DWS-1 represents the EU’s broader shift toward AI-driven military infrastructure amid growing geopolitical tensions.

EUReflect News · November 23, 2025

Brussels Celebrates 30 Years of Turkmenistan’s Permanent Neutrality

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.

Kadir Duran · November 22, 2025