Kudos to our Belgian partners for spearheading a EU-U.S. sanctions dialogue in NYC, as they currently hold the EU presidency. Thank you for inviting U.S. officials from multiple agencies to participate! This event showcased our joint dedication to enhanced coordination in…

Productive meetings today with Ambassador Adler Ambassador Michael Adler and Ambassador Gitenstein Ambassador Mark Gitenstein on the importance of private sector partnerships to further U.S.-EU priorities including Ukraine reconstruction, climate action, supply chain resiliency, and more.

I enjoyed hosting our good friends and allies, the Ambassadors of Japan 🇯🇵 and Australia 🇦🇺 for lunch today. We had a productive discussion about our three countries’ work together to address common global challenges. Masahiro MIKAMI 三上 正裕 Caroline Millar

One of many things our two countries have in common: it’s election season! Fascinating discussion today on Belgium politics with academics Emilie van Haute #CarolineSägesser Marc Van de Looverbosch @nicolasbouteca.

I was honored to participate in the Kwibuka 30 commemoration held by 🇷🇼Rwanda en Belgique🇧🇪 to remember the victims of the genocide. The U.S. remains steadfast in our support for the Rwandan people.

This week’s 🇪🇺🇺🇸 Trade and Technology Council (TTC) was another step in advancing the transatlantic partnership. With Belgium holding the presidency of the Council of the EU, this sixth TTC hosted by Prime Minister Alexander De Croo 🇧🇪🇪🇺 and Foreign Minister Hadja Lahbib in Leuven…

What a privilege to present the Science for the Future #ErnestSolvayPrize to American Professor Omar M. Yaghi with Syensqo CEO, Dr. Ilham Kadri. Yet another testament to our strong 🇺🇸-🇧🇪ties. Professor Yaghi, who is the James and Neeltje Tretter Chair Professor of Chemistry at the…

Another meaningful conversation with Belgian Minister of Energy Tinne Van der Straeten today, alongside DOE Assistant Secretary katy huff Grateful for the continued opportunity to consult with our 🇧🇪 allies as we work together to tackle the energy transition.

Excellent discussion with Parti Socialiste President Paul Magnette today. I appreciate his perspective on our shared global challenges and opportunities to further strengthen our robust bilateral relationship.

Productive meeting today with representatives of the Belgium-U.S.A. Caucus to discuss Transatlantic unity and strengthening bilateral relations, including those between our legislatures.

Fascinating conversation with Jason Steinhauer this morning on countering and building resilience against disinformation in our increasingly digital world. Jason’s background as a historian helps contextualize how information manipulation can influence society. Together, we can…

I had the pleasure of hosting our Fulbright Commission board at Whitlock Hall today for the first quarterly meeting of 2024.  We are all excited to learn who will be representing the 🇺🇸 and 🇧🇪 in the program for the coming academic year.  Participating in Fulbright is truly a…

Excellent discussion with Will Schepens about his participation in the U.S. State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program a few months ago. His visit to the 🇺🇸 focused on emergency preparedness and how stakeholders anticipate and develop plans for natural disasters,…

It was great to meet Joris Creemers and hear about his upcoming participation in the U.S. State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program in a few days. His visit to the United States will focus on the important issue of advancing climate mitigation while maintaining…

Enjoyed an excellent lunch and discussion with Ambassadors from Belize 🇧🇿,Costa Rica🇨🇷, Dominican Republic🇩🇴, Guatemala 🇬🇹, and Panama 🇵🇦! 🍽️Our diverse nations share common goals – building bridges, fostering friendship, and working together for a brighter, united future for our…

Excellent discussion with President Maxime PREVOT of Les Engagés.be - Mouvement participatif today. I appreciate his perspective on opportunities to further strengthen our bilateral relationship.

The close cooperation between U.S. law enforcement agencies and Belgian authorities is a vital part of our partnership. Thank you Paul Van Tigchelt for the opportunity to discuss our shared efforts to combat organized crime and to learn more about Belgium’s priorities during its…

I appreciated the keen insights of Professor Alexander Mattelaer, as we discussed transatlantic security, the urgent need to speed up investment in defense given Russia’s brutal war on Ukraine.

I had the pleasure of visiting the University of Antwerp this afternoon and learning more about the important role it plays in our bilateral relationship. We appreciate the university’s strong partnership with the Fulbright program, enabling Belgians and Americans to study,…

Today I met impressive female entrepreneurs in Antwerp at #SheDIDIT . Terrific that they have opportunities for training, networking, and showcasing their products – congratulations to all!