This event is in French

In today’s fast-changing global environment, marked by geopolitical shifts and economic uncertainty, companies active internationally are constantly required to adapt, often without clear visibility on what lies ahead.

But beyond managing risks, the key question remains: where to go next?

This session will provide practical insights into current global and European economic trends, helping you better understand not only the challenges, but also where opportunities are emerging and which markets deserve your attention.

Through expert perspectives, you will get a clearer view on how ongoing developments may impact your business, how to position yourself, and make more informed strategic decisions in a rapidly evolving landscape.

What you will gain:

• A clearer view of which international markets to watch in the coming months;
• Insights into emerging opportunities across key sectors in Europe;
• A better understanding of how global and geopolitical shifts translate into business decisions;
• Practical elements to help you anticipate change rather than react to it

Who should attend?

• C-level executives
• finance professionals
• export and international business managers​
• strategy and business development professionals
• anyone interested in global economic trends and their impact on international activities.

Programme

16:30 - 17:00 | Welcome and registration

17:00 - 17:10 | Welcome word. Thierry Geerts, CEO of Beci

17:10 – 17:20 |  Introduction. Alexandre Lacreu, Country Manager - Coface Belgium

17:20 - 18:20 | Inspirational talks

Aroni Chaudhuri, Economic Research Analyst – Sector Studies & Insolvency

• Global macroeconomic environment
• Europe in focus: key economic trends and outlook

Frédéric Wissocq, Director of Underwriting – Western Europe and Africa Region

• Geopolitics and its impact on European business
• Key sectors in Europe: risks and opportunities

18:20 – 19:30 | Networking

Speakers

 
Aroni Chaudhuri

Aroni Chaudhuri is an economist at Coface for the African continent. He joined the company in 2019 and works on a wide range of topics related to country risk and macroeconomic analysis of African economies. Aroni holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Economics from Université Paris-Dauphine and a Master’s degree in Geopolitics from the Institut Français de Géopolitique, with a specialisation in socio-economic risk analysis and management.

Frédéric Wissocq

Frédéric Wissocq is Director of Underwriting for Western Europe and Africa at Coface, where he leads risk analysis, underwriting policies, and support for companies exposed to international markets. He has over 20 years of experience in credit insurance and risk management. Recognised for his macroeconomic and sector expertise, he regularly speaks in the media and at conferences on country risk developments, global economic trends, and their impact on exporting companies.

PARTICIPATION

• Registration is mandatory
• Free for Beci membres
• 25,00€ (VAT excl.) for members Beci Access 
• €50,00 (VAT excl.) for non-members

With the support of Coface