India and Belgium have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding their logistics collaboration, with a focus on increased trade connections and supply chain efficiency. Maxime Prévot, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Belgium, emphasised this relationship when speaking at a seminar organised by Flanders Investment and Trade titled “Leveraging Logistics Expertise from Belgium to India.”

Prévot highlighted the need for multimodal transportation, cold chain logistics, and port connectivity in facilitating seamless trade. He emphasised Belgium’s importance as a significant gateway for Indian exports to Europe, with the Port of Antwerp-Bruges serving as a critical centre for cargo, chemicals, and pharmaceutical imports.

Deep commercial linkages between the two countries, especially in the areas of diamonds, refined petroleum, and medical supplies, were highlighted by the minister. Belgium has helped India’s developing pharmaceutical industry by providing experience in temperature-sensitive logistics and specialised air cargo solutions.

Prévot also discussed the challenges of cross-border transit, emphasising the importance of innovation and strategic partnerships in streamlining trade operations. 

The increased collaboration between India and Belgium is likely to open up new trade opportunities while improving efficiency in the transit of commodities between the two countries.