"Olympic Values of Excellence, Respect, and Friendship": the Power of Olympics Games for Promoting People-to-People Exchanges and Mobilizing Climate Action Celebrating the upcoming opening of the Paris 2024 - Comité d'organisation des Jeux Olympiques et Paralympiques de 2024, Europe - Asia Center was delighted to highlight the topic of Sport Diplomacy and Climate Action in the new episode of East-Meets-West webinar series. Tune-in for a truly insightful discussion featuring H.E. Erik Solheim, Co-chair of the Europe - Asia Center, Mr Inge Andersen, former Secretary General of the Norges idrettsforbund (Norwegian Olympic and Paralympic Committee and Confederation of Sports), Mr David Evangelista, President & Managing Director Special Olympics Europe - Eurasia, Mr Peter Kauzer, slalom canoeist and Olympic medallist (Olympic Committee of Slovenia) and Mr Øyvind Sandbakk, Director at the Norwegian School of Elite Sports (NTG). To delve deeper into the outcomes of this high-level dialogue, click here: ⬇ https://lnkd.in/dZYxjAWV #Europe #Asia #Sportsdiplomacy International Olympic Committee – IOC #EuropeAsiaCenter #UNEnvironment UN Environment Programme #Sports #Olympicgames #ParisOlympics2024
Europe - Asia Center
International Affairs
Europe - Asia Center is a Brussels based independent non-profit organization promoting Europe - Asia relations.
About us
The Europe - Asia Center is an independent, not-for-profit organization promoting Asia-Europe relations, connecting professionals, institutions, organizations and networks across sectors.
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http://www.europe-asia.org
External link for Europe - Asia Center
- Industry
- International Affairs
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Brussels
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2021
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Brussels, BE
Employees at Europe - Asia Center
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Wei Shen
Professor and Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor (International Relations) at Deakin University; Editor-in-Chief, Asia-Europe Journal & Vice-Chair…
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Sheila Arora
Communications, cultural diplomacy, Art matters, Europe-Asia
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Pham Sanh Chau
CEO VinFast Auto India Gurugram, Haryana, India
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Matic Gajšek
Co-Founder & Business Development Lead at OnstageAI Director for Europe at Europe - Asia Center
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High-Level Dialogue with H.E. Margulan, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium, to Strengthen EU-Central Asia Relations Recently, a high-level delegation from the Europe - Asia Center, led by Vice-Chair Dr.hc.Violeta Bulc, former EU Commissioner for Transport, had the privilege of visiting H.E. Baimukhan Margulan, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Belgium. During a constructive dialogue, both parties exchanged perspectives on current Europe-Kazakhstan relations and underscored their commitment to enhancing collaboration on various fronts, including the green transition, digitization, and critical raw materials. A notable highlight of the visit was H.E. Margulan's gracious invitation for the Europe-Asia Center delegation to experience the traditional yurt at the embassy, offering them a glimpse into the traditional nomadic lifestyle of Central Asia. #EuropeAsiaCenter #Kazakhstan #Embassy #Diplomacy #EuropeAsia #Dialogue #Collaboration #RareEarths #GreenTransition Erik Solheim Jean De Ruyt Pham Sanh Chau Sheila Arora Dr.hc.Violeta Bulc Wei Shen Dr. Christiane Prange 庞珂琳 Rui Yan Matic Gajšek Jonathan Schwestka YUXIN Y.
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High-Level Dialogue with H.E. Andri Hadi, Ambassador of Indonesia to Belgium Recently, a distinguished delegation from the Europe - Asia Center-Asia Center, led by Vice-Chairs Dr.hc.Violeta Bulc and Prof. Wei Shen, accompanied by Secretary General Rui Yan and Director for Europe Matic Gajšek, had the privilege of meeting with H.E. Andri Hadi, the Ambassador of Indonesia to the Kingdom of Belgium. The discussions were marked by their depth and productivity, underscoring the importance of enhancing dialogue between Europe and Asia, fostering mutual understanding, and identifying areas of common interest. Additionally, both sides explored opportunities for collaboration between the EU and Indonesia through NGOs, and affirmed their commitment to bolstering the partnership between the Europe-Asia Center and the Indonesian Embassy. For more details on this enriching exchange, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e_5ugGsU #EuropeAsiaCenter #Indonesia #Embassy #Diplomacy #EuropeAsia #Dialogue #Collaboration #GlobalGateway #GreenTransition Erik Solheim Jean De Ruyt Pham Sanh Chau Sheila Arora Dr.hc.Violeta Bulc Wei Shen Dr. Christiane Prange 庞珂琳 Rui Yan Matic Gajšek Jonathan Schwestka YUXIN Y.
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Charting the Future: High-Level Dialogue on Elevating EU-Asia Digital Connectivity Digital connectivity, dependent on the quantum computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and data governance is becoming an integral part of our modern-day reality. Addressing the challenges and opportunities, the latest edition of East meets West webinar series features Dr.hc.Violeta Bulc (vice-chair of the Europe - Asia Center), MEP Josianne Cutajar (European Parliament), Mireia Paulo (Centre for EU-Asia Connectivity (CEAC)), Siriwat William Chhem (AI Forum) and Dr. Christiane Prange 庞珂琳 (Europe - Asia Center and Caralan Global Institute), explored the future prospects of EU-Asia Digital Connectivity. To delve deeper into the outcomes of this high-level dialogue, click here: ⬇ https://lnkd.in/dX5xcXTt #Digitalconnectivity #AIAct #DMA #DSA #DigitalGovernance #EU #EuropeanUnion #EuropeanParliament #Europe #Asia #EuropeAsiaCenter Erik Solheim Jean De Ruyt Sheila Arora Wei Shen Pham Sanh Chau Rui Yan Matic Gajšek Jonathan Schwestka
Press Release: Charting the Future: High-Level Dialogue on Elevating EU-Asia Digital Connectivity
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Joining Forces to Accelerate the Green Transition: High-Level Exchange with GEIDCO Recently, the Europe - Asia Center-Asia Center, under the leadership of its Co-Chairs H.E. Erik Solheim and H.E. Ambassador Jean de Ruyt, as well as its Vice-Chair Prof. Wei Shen, had the privilege of hosting a distinguished delegation from GEIDCO(Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization), led by Secretary-General Wu Xian, in Brussels. In an enriching dialogue, both sides explored numerous avenues for collaboration, focusing on capacity building and jointly organizing events to advance renewable energy initiatives. They reached consensus on deepening their partnership in the coming months to drive forward sustainable energy solutions. To delve deeper into the outcomes of this impactful meeting, click here: ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eX_A-BpZ #EuropeAsiaCenter #GEIDCO #InternationalOrganization #ThinkTank #GreenTransition #RenewableEnergy #Collaboration #BrusselsDialogue Erik Solheim Jean De Ruyt Pham Sanh Chau Sheila Arora Wei Shen Dr. Christiane Prange 庞珂琳 Rui Yan Matic Gajšek Jonathan Schwestka YUXIN Y.
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High-Level Exchanges with H.E. Bold, Ambassador of Mongolia to Belgium Recently, a high-level delegation of the Europe - Asia Center, led by its Vice-Chair Dr.hc.Violeta Bulc, had the honor of visiting H.E. Bold Luvsanvandan, Ambassador of Mongolia to the Kingdom of Belgium. In a fruitful discussion, the two sides expressed views on current EU-Asia relations, and explored avenues for greater collaboration on critical issues such as rare earth minerals, women's empowerment, and sustainable development in rural areas. As a particular highlight, H.E. Bold invited the Europe-Asia Center to experience an authentic Mongolian throat-singing performance inside a traditional yurt. To find out more about this insightful dialogue, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e2HefTPn #EuropeAsiaCenter #Mongolia #Embassy #Diplomacy #EuropeAsia #Dialogue #Collaboration #RareEarths #GreenTransition Erik Solheim Jean De Ruyt Pham Sanh Chau Sheila Arora Wei Shen Dr. Christiane Prange 庞珂琳 Rui Yan Matic Gajšek Jonathan Schwestka YUXIN Y.
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Co-Hosting the First Edition of the China-Europe Think Tank Forum with the Xinhua Institute Recently, the Europe - Asia Center co-hosted the inaugural China-Europe Think Tank Forum in Brussels in collaboration with Xinhua News Agency. The event marked the launch of a groundbreaking report on the theoretical and practical advancements of new quality productive forces by Xinhua Institute, a leading think tank in China. Distinguished guests, including H.E. Jean de Ruyt and H.E. Dr.hc.Violeta Bulc, Chairpersons of the Europe-Asia Center, former UN Undersecretary Fabrizio Hochschild, and esteemed leaders from Xinhua, graced the occasion. With participation from over a hundred representatives spanning political, think tank, media, and business sectors of both China and Europe, as well as international organizations, the forum proved to be a resounding success in fostering meaningful dialogue and collaboration. To learn more about this milestone forum, see below: ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eXhrVj-J #Europe #EU #China #EuropeAsiaCenter #EuropeAsia #ThinkTank #Exchanges #Dialogue #Innovation #Technology #AI #NewQualityProductiveForces Erik Solheim Jean de Ruyt Dr.hc.Violeta Bulc Pham Sanh Chau Sheila Arora Wei Shen Dr. Christiane Prange 庞珂琳 Rui Yan Matic Gajšek Jonathan Schwestka YUXIN Y.
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High-Level Dialogue with the Xinhua Institute to Strengthen EU-China Academic Relations Recently, the Europe - Asia Center, represented by its Co-Chair H.E. Erik Solheim, welcomed a high-level delegation from the Xinhua Institute, one of China's premier think tanks, and its President Mr. Liu Gang. Mr. Solheim extended his warm congratulations to Xinhua Institute for the upcoming launch of their report on the theoretical contribution of New Quality Productive Forces, after which the two sides discussed the challenges and opportunities for enhancing EU-Asia political and academic relations and emphasized the need for intensified efforts in promoting dialogue and mutual understanding. To find out more about this interesting dialogue, please see below: ⬇ https://lnkd.in/edeA-rRU #EuropeAsiaCenter #Xinhua #XinhuaInstitute #Europe #EU #China #Asia #EastAsia #AsiaPacific #Thinktank #Research #Cooperation #Dialogue Erik Solheim Jean De Ruyt Pham Sanh Chau Sheila Arora Wei Shen Dr. Christiane Prange 庞珂琳 Rui Yan Matic Gajšek Jonathan Schwestka YUXIN Y.
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High-Level Exchanges with the European Business Organization Worldwide Network Recently, a high-level delegation of the Europe - Asia Center, led by its Co-Chair Jean de Ruyt, met with representatives of the East Asia & Pacific chapter of the European Business Organization Worldwide Network (EBOWN) on the occasion of their yearly regional meeting in Brussels. In an interactive exchange, the two sides discussed challenges and opportunities for enhancing EU-Asia business ties, underscoring the imperative for intensified efforts in promoting dialogue and mutual understanding. A special thank you to Nuria Sau Bassols for inviting us, and we are looking forward to closer cooperation! To learn more about this enthralling exchange of ideas, please visit: ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eQFn79hC #EuropeAsiaCenter #EBO #Europe #EU #Asia #EastAsia #AsiaPacific #Business #Cooperation #Dialogue Erik Solheim Jean De Ruyt Pham Sanh Chau Sheila Arora Wei Shen Dr. Christiane Prange 庞珂琳 Rui Yan Matic Gajšek Jonathan Schwestka YUXIN Y.
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📢 Join us for an exclusive event on EU-China Cooperation! Don't miss the inaugural session of the "China-Europe Think Tank Forum" as we welcome Mr. Fu Hua, President of the Xinhua News Agency, to discuss EU-China relations and to celebrate the release of the Xinhua think tank report on the "Theoretical Contribution and Practical Value of New Quality Productive Forces." This high-level event, featuring distinguished speakers like H.E. Ambassador Jean de Ruyt, Co-Chair of the Europe - Asia Center, H.E. Dr.hc.Violeta Bulc, Vice-Chair of the Europe - Asia Center, H.E. Fabrizio Hochschild, and many others, is a must-attend for those interested in EU-China academic exchanges and relations, especially following the recent EU elections. 🗓️ Date: 19 June 📍 Location: Residence Palace, 155 Rue de la Loi, 1040 Brussels Chinese and English interpretation will be provided, along with refreshments and a light lunch. Spaces are limited, so don't miss out! Apply for attendance now and be part of this pivotal dialogue: ⬇ https://lnkd.in/eCJxPdaf #EuropeAsiaCenter #EUChina #Europe #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalPartnership #AcademicExchanges #HighLevelEvent #NetworkingOpportunity Erik Solheim Jean De Ruyt Pham Sanh Chau Sheila Arora Wei Shen Dr. Christiane Prange 庞珂琳 Rui Yan Matic Gajšek Jonathan Schwestka YUXIN Y.
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