The event is held in English

In a context of economic transition, sustainable engagement and market diversification, strengthening Belgium's trade relations with key partners such as Kazakhstan becomes a high-potential opportunity. The country's rapid modernisation, its commitment to ESG principles and its role as a key gateway between Europe and Asia make it a natural partner for Belgian business leadership. 

That is why we are proud to host the 3ᵉ meeting of the Belgium-Kazakhstan Business Council, which brings together public and private sector players to explore opportunities in one of Central Asia's most dynamic economies.

The Business Council is organised by the Benelux Chamber of Commerce in Kazakhstan and the International Chamber of Commerce of Kazakhstan, in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Brussels​, Beci, Belgian Chambers, AWEX, FIT, and hub.brussels.

Who should attend?

• Belgian firms in sustainable agriculture, green logistics, ESG advisory, cleantech, and agri-processing
• Exporters, investors, and public sector project developers​
• Legal experts, chambers, and trade support institutions

Participation: free for Beci members; 85 EUR for non-members; registration is mandatory.

See the list of the Kazakhstan delegation

Why Kazakhstan?  

Located at the heart of Central Asia, Kazakhstan is the region’s largest economy and a strategic logistics and investment hub connecting the EU with China, the Caucasus, and beyond. With over $400 billion in FDI since 2005 and a clear orientation toward green transformation, infrastructure, innovation, and regional connectivity, it is fast emerging as a top-tier destination for European trade and investment.​

2024 highlights:

• 🇪🇺 EU–Kazakhstan trade: $49.7 billion (+16.9%)
• 🇧🇪 Belgium among top 10 EU investors in Kazakhstan
• 🇰🇿 Strategic partner in the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR)

ESG & Sustainability Cooperation: Opportunities for Belgian Leadership

Kazakhstan is increasingly aligning with international sustainability goals and prioritizing ESG-focused investments in every major sector:

• Green logistics and low-carbon infrastructure along the TITR
• Modernization of agriculture with resource-efficient irrigation, digital crop management, and waste-reduction technologies
• Growing demand for eco-friendly fertilizers, biological pesticides, and renewable energy input in agribusiness
• Interest in circular economy models, including recycling, water purification, and sustainable packaging
• Mining and heavy industry reforms supporting decarbonization, responsible sourcing, and ESG compliance standards

Belgian companies with expertise in cleantech, compliance, energy transition, sustainable architecture, and agri-innovation will find strong alignment with Kazakhstan’s new investment priorities and national ESG agenda.

Agroindustry, Fertilizers & Agri-Construction​

With 200+ million hectares of farmland, Kazakhstan is scaling up:

• Grain and flax exports (esp. to EU markets)
• Agri-infrastructure: elevators, storage, smart greenhouses
• Fertilizer modernization: the government targets a 2x increase in application rates by 2030, creating massive demand for smart nutrient and pest management solutions

Natural Resources & Energy

• #1 globally in uranium; key reserves of copper, chrome, lithium 
• Among the top 15 oil exporters, with ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions, modernize refining and develop hydrogen

Programme

09:30 – 10:00 | Welcome and registration

10:00 – 10:20 | Opening session – welcoming remarks

• M. Thierry Geerts, CEO, Beci – Brussels Chamber of Commerce
• S.E. M. Margulan Baimukhan, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Belgium
• M. Denis Van den Weghe, President, Benelux Chamber of Commerce in Kazakhstan
• Mr Murat Karimsakov, President, International Chamber of Commerce of Kazakhstan (TBC)

10:20 – 11:00 | Panel Session I – Trade & Investment Outlook 

Moderator: Wouter Van Gulck, General Manager of Belgian Chambers

• Discussion on investment climate and market access
• Institutional support mechanisms (QazTrade, KazakhExport, Credendo, AWEX, FIT, hub.brussels)
• Case studies from Kazakh and Belgian companies

11:00 – 11:30 | Coffee break

11:30 – 11:45 | « Import/Export of goods and technologies : Focus on international contracts »

• Ms Anna Sussarova, Partner, Pravolex (TBC)  

11:45 – 12:15 | Panel DIscussion II – Sectoral Opportunities & Innovation in Belgium

Moderator: Anuar Kurzhikayev, Regional Director of BeNeLux Chamber of Commerce Aktau

• Focus areas: logistics, renewable energy, agro-industry, digital economy
• Opinions of business associations (Voka, AKT for Wallonia, Belgian Chambers)
• Opportunities for technology transfer and joint ventures

12:15 – 12:45 | Presentation of the Kazakh Delegation

• Pitching by Kazakh companies
• Q&A session with the audience

12:45 – 13:00 | Closing remarks

13:00 – 14:30 | Networking lunch and B2B meetings