he 3rd edition of the Nigeria-Belgium-Luxembourg Business Forum (NBLBF) 2025 will take place in Brussels, Belgium, from October 22nd to 24th, 2025. Organized in partnership with carefully selected corporate entities and supported by the Embassies of Belgium and Nigeria in Abuja and Brussels, this high-level business forum aims to foster stronger economic ties and investment opportunities between Nigeria, Belgium, and Luxembourg
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Theme:
“Solidifying Viable Partnerships for Economic Growth & Sustainability”
The NBLBF 2025 will focus on key sectors that drive economic transformation and sustainable development:
1. Sustainable Investment: Leveraging Green Technology for Economic Growth
Exploring how investments in green technology and sustainability can fuel economic development in Nigeria, Belgium, and Luxembourg—particularly in energy, agriculture, and infrastructure.
2. Digital Transformation and Innovation: Unlocking New Growth Avenues
Highlighting opportunities in technology and innovation, fostering partnerships between Belgian, Luxembourgish, and Nigerian tech firms in areas such as fintech, e-commerce, and digital infrastructure.
3. Infrastructure Development: Connecting Markets through Smart Investments
Examining how strategic infrastructure investments in transport, maritime, energy, and logistics can enhance connectivity between Nigeria and the BELUX region, facilitating trade and economic growth.
4. Agriculture and Agribusiness: Building Sustainable Supply Chains in Non-Oil Sectors
Focusing on sustainable farming, agribusiness, and food processing collaborations, promoting agricultural investments and trade diversification beyond oil.
5. Manufacturing Partnerships: Strengthening Global Supply Chains
Promoting industrial collaborations in pharmaceuticals, textiles, and automotive industries, and showcasing investment incentives to enhance bilateral trade.
6. Financial Services and Investment Flows: Unlocking Cross-Border Opportunities
Exploring the role of Belgian and Luxembourgish financial institutions and investors in Nigeria’s economic development, improving access to capital, and ensuring investment security.
7. Empowering SMEs: Creating an Inclusive Trade & Investment Ecosystem
Emphasizing the importance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in boosting bilateral trade, while fostering a supportive business environment for their expansion.
8. Education, Skill Development & Knowledge Transfer: Strengthening Human Capital
Facilitating educational and vocational training partnerships to enhance workforce capacity, drive research & development, and support economic growth.
9. Healthcare Innovation: Investing in Health Infrastructure & Biotechnology
Exploring collaborations in healthcare, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals, particularly in new medical technologies and health infrastructure development.
10. Oil, Gas, and LNG Opportunities
Discussing emerging opportunities in Nigeria’s oil & gas sector, particularly with the expansion of local refining capacity (e.g., Dangote Refinery) and the government’s focus on LNG development.
11. Aviation and Aerospace Opportunities
Nigeria’s aviation sector is expanding through airline growth, airport modernization, and investment in aircraft maintenance (MRO). Opportunities also exist in air cargo, space technology, and drone applications. Global partnerships and regional aviation hubs further drive growth and employment.
Business Forum Format
The NBLBF 2025 will feature:
- Plenary sessions & seminars with high-profile speakers
- B2B & B2G meetings to facilitate partnerships
- Company visits to explore business opportunities firsthand
- Presentations on investment promotion, import/export, and market access strategies
With Nigeria’s strategic position in Africa, industry leaders and experts will provide insights on regulatory landscapes, trade facilitation, and strategies for market entry & expansion.
Expected Outcomes
The Nigeria-Belgium-Luxembourg Business Forum 2025 aims to:
✅ Foster viable and long-term partnerships among businesses in the three regions
✅ Strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations
✅ Drive economic cooperation and sustainable business growth
Confirmed Speakers
- Mr. Festus Keyamo, Hon. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Nigeria
- Mr. Jacques Massart, President, CBL-ACP
- H.E. Ambassador Pieter Leenknegt, Kingdom of Belgium to Nigeria
- H.E. Ambassador Jean-Louis Thill, Grand-Duchy of Luxembourg to Belgium
- Mr. René Branders, President of the Belgian Business Federation FEB-VBO
- Mr. Dominiek Viaene, CEO, Protex Healthcare
More speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.
For more information, partnership opportunities, and registration details, stay tuned!
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