Ministry Archives - Belgian Research

Research contributes to our sovereignty and independence

Ms Vanessa Matz, Federal Minister for Science Policy. © Ms Matz’s cabinet

17th November 2025

An interview with Ms Vanessa MATZ, Federal Minister for Science Policy How do you view the position of Belgian research in Europe? Belgium is a very small country, but its strength lies in the very strong links it has forged with other countries in scientific research. In fact, nearly 69%…

Flanders will remain an innovation leader in Europe

Flanders

Ministry

17th October 2025

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Interview with Mr Mathias DIEPENDAELE, Flemish Minister President and Minister for Economy, Innovation and Industry, Foreign Affairs, Digitalisation and Facility Management On September 30, 2024, Mathias Diependaele not only assumed office as the new Flemish Minister-President, he also took on the responsibilities of foreign affairs, economy, industry, innovation, digitalisation and…

Supporting R&D in defence, cybersecurity, AI & decarbonisation

Wallonia

Ministry

19th May 2025

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Supporting R&D in Defence, Cybersecurity, AI & Decarbonisation: 🚀 How Wallonia Is Powering the Future. From cutting-edge AI to defence innovation and green tech, Wallonia is fueling transformative research with real-world impact. Minister-President Adrien Dolimont reveals how strategic funding is driving scientific breakthroughs that matter.

Investing in strategic sectors such as the energy transition, digital technologies, health and industry

Wallonia

Ministry

27th February 2025

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An interview with Mr Pierre-Yves JEHOLET Vice-Chairman and Walloon Minister for the Economy, Industry, the Digital Economy, Employment and Training How do you view the current state of the Walloon economy, and what are your priorities in this area? © Pierre-Yves Jeholet’s cabinetWe need to ensure that our economy develops…

EWI: Excellence and valorisation keywords in scientific research in Flanders

Flanders

Ministry

24th February 2025

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Interview with Mr Johan HANSSENS Secretary-general of EWI What are EWI’s core tasks? The Department of Economy, Science and Innovation (EWI) is responsible for policy preparation, policy follow-up and policy evaluation for the sectors of economy, science and innovation within the Flemish government. In this framework, our most important goal…

BELSPO: Introducing the Centre of Excellence on Species Identification and Molecular Taxonomy

© ENFORCE_RMCA - Identification of a tropical wood sample using wood anatomical analysis

Federal

Ministry

24th February 2025

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Accurate species identification of biological material is required to assess and understand biodiversity and ecosystems but also to, for example, implement animal and plant (including wildlife) trade regulations, prevent infectious disease outbreaks, screen the food chain, or deploy agricultural pest control programs. In response to the recurrent societal need for…

R&D investments improve the quality of life and create meaningful jobs

Federal

Ministry

24th February 2025

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An interview with Mr Thomas DERMINE State Secretary for Economic Recovery and Strategic Investments, Science Policy, attached to the Minister for the Economy and Labour What are Belgium’s strengths in terms of R&D? By 2022, Belgium’s investments in R&D have reached 3.43% of its GDP, putting it in the lead…

Health Research, Circularity, and Social Innovation: Major Strengths in the Brussels Region

Brussels

Ministry

10th February 2025

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An Interview with Mrs. Barbara Trachte Secretary of State for the Brussels-Capital Region, Responsible for Economic Transition and Scientific Research What are your priorities for the new term of office of the Brussels-Capital Government? The priorities of the next Brussels Government are not yet known at this stage. However, my…