Mission
Mission of the Belgian Business Council Dubai
In Dubai's dynamic business landscape, the Belgian Business Council is the premier networking group for fostering business connections within the Belgian community and professionals across the United Arab Emirates.
Our primary goal is to provide a platform for members with ties to Belgium, facilitating proactive networking with fellow business professionals and key authorities in the UAE.
We invite you to explore our membership options, discover our exclusive benefits, and connect with our members through our website or at one of our many events.
Direct contact information of our members is available in the [Members Only] section.
Establishing the Belgian Business Council: A Journey Since 2008
The idea for the Belgian Business Council was conceived in 2008 by Wim Bonjean. In cooperation with the Trade Commissioners of FIT and AWEX, together with the Belgian Embassy, common ground was established, laying the foundation for the Belgian Business Council Dubai.
In July 2011, with the support of the Belgian Embassy, the Council obtained its license and became an official organisation, expanding its networking platform and services for its members. Since then, the Belgian Business Council has evolved into an active platform for the business community in Dubai and the United Arab Emirates.
In 2016, the first Belgian Week was organised in collaboration with the Belgian Embassy and Frank De Winne, the renowned Belgian astronaut, fostering a strong sense of unity within the Belgian expat community.
Fostering Business Connections Between Belgium and Dubai
Today, the Belgian Business Council serves as a key connector between its members, official Belgian entities (Belgian Embassy, FIT, AWEX, Hub.Brussels), and local authorities (Dubai Chamber of Commerce, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Economic Department, and Dubai Government).
"Thanks Jeremy Denisty and the entire Belgian Business Council Dubai team for your outstanding efforts in growing the Belgian Business Council Dubai into such an impressive community. Your dedication to organising impactful and informative events is truly admirable. Keep up the great work!"
