AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoIndia-EU trade push: Belgian PM Bart De Wever, in Mumbai, took a veiled swipe at “arbitrary” tariff moves and urged open markets, while backing the India-EU Free Trade Agreement as a shield against coercion; Port & logistics link: he also said the Port of Antwerp-Bruges will send a delegation to India in Feb 2027 to deepen cooperation across ports, logistics, chemicals and energy; Defence-industrial expansion: India and Belgium agreed to strengthen defence ties, including industry cooperation to manufacture ammunition and rockets in India, plus steps like defence attachés and regular exchanges; Aviation cooperation: talks also covered civil aviation, including possible direct connectivity and better air cargo for high-value pharma; E-commerce customs impact: Belgium’s EU €3 levy on low-value parcels cut small shipments at Liège Airport by 53% in July, with revenue earmarked for more customs staff and inspection gear; Food safety: France recalled pumpkin seeds after 81 salmonella cases, a reminder that plant foods can carry the risk.
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