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commercial expansion of Belgium and looked for new markets. After 1880, the Belgian consulates became the figurehead of the extraordinary economic and commercial activity in Belgium as a result of the Industrial Revolution. The ministry managed major investments, conducted trade negotiations and signed the first trade agreements.
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Between 1830 and 1880, the young and neutral Belgium tried to position itself internationally. From the outset, the ministry's powers were focused on areas that still occupy an important place today: “political affairs”, “foreign trade” and “consulates”. The consulates contributed to the economic and
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In June 2020, the FPS Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation employed 2,909 people. Of these, about 40% are staff at the central government and 60% are staff at the posts (expatriate agents on foreign career paths, expatriate contractors and locally recruited contractors). 50 FPS
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The Directorate General for Bilateral Affairs (DGB) defends Belgian interests in and in respect of other countries. It promotes bilaterally – from country to country – the ethical principles and social values of Belgium: democracy, welfare, human rights and respect for the dignity of the individual.
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In 2020, the Flemish television channel Canvas broadcast the documentary series ‘Corps Diplomatique’ (Diplomatic Corps), made by journalist and documentary maker Bart Aerts. In 5 episodes, produced in collaboration with the FPS Foreign Affairs, the series offered a look behind the scenes of Belgian
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The FPS Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation represents, defends and promotes the interests of Belgium and Belgians abroad, promotes the coherence of foreign action and coordinates Belgium's European policy as a federal country. The FPS Foreign Affairs strives for a safe, just
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broadcast the human interest series ‘De Ambassade’ (The Embassy). The eight-part series illustrated some of the activities of the FPS Foreign Affairs and its network of posts. The Belgian embassies in Bangkok (Thailand) and Nairobi (Kenya) and the consulates-general in New York (United States) and
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an attractive, dynamic and innovative employer, where employees are motivated to give the best of themselves on a daily basis because they have the necessary participation and responsibility, are supported in their development, can work in a pleasant and safe environment, and have opportunities to
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The Directorate General for European Affairs and Coordination is responsible for preparing, defining, representing, managing and monitoring Belgian policy on Europe. With the increasing integration of Europe and the increased role of the EU internationally, DGE's mission is growing in importance.
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In 2000, the Copernicus Reform led to a change in terminology: the "ministry" became a "federal public service", headed by a chairman of the executive committee" and no longer a secretary-general. The FPS has also adapted to the development of the federal state in Belgium and plays a coordinating
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Consular services are an essential part of the FPS' activities. Central management and the network of posts come first when Belgians are involved in a crisis or accident abroad. To this end, the FPS provides Belgian citizens with travel advice to prepare and organise their trip. The online tool
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at all levels – from country to country and through international institutions – along with Defence, Development Cooperation and Justice. Particular attention is paid to conflict prevention, management and mediation, disarmament, the fight against terrorism and violent extremism, and the fight
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In 1997, the department moved from the Rue Quatre Bras in Brussels to the Rue des Petits Carmes. This was accompanied by a new reorganisation, in which multilateral and thematic sectors (human rights, scientific issues, arms control, environmental issues) were becoming increasingly prominent.
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The Directorate General for Legal Affairs (DGJ) has a general advisory role for all areas of law related to the activities of the FPS: public international law, European law, consular law, administrative law, employment contract law, etc. It is also responsible for the management of the FPS'
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Another type of service is provided by the National Security Authority (ANS/NVO). The ANS/NVO is responsible for issuing and revoking security clearances, security certificates and security advice, as well as managing and supervising the proper security of classified information in Belgium.
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DGD develops a common vision on development cooperation through a dialogue with all government institutions that have an impact on development policy, with the development actors involved in the Belgian Development Cooperation (NGOs, scientific institutions, etc.) and with the European and
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During the two World Wars, the ministry moved abroad. During 1914–1918, it was located in Le Havre. During 1940–1945, it moved to London. In the decades that followed, the ministry's tasks underwent a major transformation. Europe, multilateralism (international cooperation) and development
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and the FPS Foreign Affairs was responsible for coordination. Our country made remarkable breakthroughs in specific areas, such as the European patent and the free trade agreement with South Korea. The next Belgian Presidency will take place during the first half of
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The Directorate General for Consular Affairs also informs and assists individuals in Belgium on consular matters and is in permanent contact with the Belgian authorities responsible for these areas (Justice, Home Affairs, municipalities, regions and communities).
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Furthermore, the consular services in Brussels and the consular posts abroad act as a public service and are responsible, for example, for issuing Belgian identity cards or passports, processing visa applications or legalising official documents.
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Finally, the Protocol Directorate provides services for maintaining official relations between the Belgian State and the foreign diplomatic representations established in Belgium. It monitors the application of the Vienna Conventions on
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The DGE is at the heart of the Belgian decision-making process, in consultation with the federal institutions and the regional and community authorities, so that Belgium can speak with one voice on the European stage.
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The DGJ also defends Belgium in international courts, the jurisdictions of the European Union and the European Economic Area, as well as the Belgian courts, in disputes to which the FPS Foreign Affairs is a party.
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The Belgian Development Cooperation strives for sustainable human development. It also aims to stimulate and strengthen the involvement of Belgian public opinion in North-South solidarity and development policy.
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Finally, the DGJ plays a key role in relation to treaties, which are by definition international, both during the negotiation and signature process and during the approval procedure by the various Parliaments.
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The Directorate General for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid (DGD) is responsible for Belgian Development Cooperation and comes under the authority of the Minister for Development Cooperation.
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The DGM is also responsible for maintaining the coherence of Belgium's multilateral policy through consultation with other federal bodies, the regions and communities and civil society organisations.
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role in the creation and representation of Belgian positions on European or multilateral affairs through consultation with other federal institutions and the regions and communities in Belgium.
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Travellers Online allows Belgians to register in order to be more easily accessible in the event of local problems. This enables the FPS to provide information and assistance to travellers.
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act as a town hall for Belgians living abroad with regard to matters of nationality, civil status, notarial deeds, legalisations, passports, identity cards and elections, among other things.
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human rights and the rule of law (children, gender equality, the fight against all forms of discrimination, abolition of the death penalty, etc.), solidarity with Central Africa, the UN's
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You can also have a look at the policy declaration and policy note of Minister WilmĂšs and at the policy declaration and policy note of Minister Kitir (only in Dutch and French).
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In November 2019, Belgium organised the largest Belgian trade mission to China ever. The mission was led by HRH Princess Astrid and came about through cooperation between the
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The Directorate General for Multilateral Affairs and Globalisation (DGM) is responsible for promoting and defending Belgium's foreign policy on multilateral issues and the
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contributing to an international society based on solidarity and to poverty reduction, including through targeted and sustainable development cooperation.
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contributing to a peaceful and secure world by strengthening the multilateral system (the United Nations and similar) and the international legal order;
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The Directorate General for Consular Affairs (DGC) supports and supervises the work of Belgian consular departments abroad. These sections:
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diplomacy in a number of key positions, including New York (United Nations), Brussels (European Union), Bamako (Mali) and Beijing (China).
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central (through the formalisation of employment, basic health care, food security, social protection, clean water and sanitation, etc.)
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Beke, M. 2011. Review of the Belgian Rotating Presidency: From Political to Administrative Leadership (ARI). Elcano Royal Institute.
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staff members are in the ‘special situation’ category, due to secondment to an international institution or leave on assignment.
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international institutions. DGD translates this vision into a number of priorities for the central government and the field. The
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the protection of and assistance to Belgians abroad as well as assistance to the diplomatic/international corps based in Belgium;
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As a government organisation, the FPS Foreign Affairs aims to provide added value for Belgian and international society. It is:
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a modern, high-performance and efficient organisation that succeeds in achieving the objectives set quickly and efficiently;
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Furthermore, several books have been published that offer a glimpse behind the scenes of Belgian diplomacy. A selection:
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The central government is supported by a worldwide, distributed diplomatic network of 118 posts. In 2020, Belgium has:
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Buitenlandse Zaken in België. Geschiedenis van een ministerie, zijn diplomaten en zijn consuls van 1830 tot vandaag
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cooperation developed into specific policy areas, which was also reflected in the ministry's organisational chart.
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the defence of fundamental values such as democracy, human dignity, human rights, rule of law and gender equality;
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assist compatriots in transit or in difficulty abroad: tourists, Belgians arrested abroad, child abductions, etc.
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Belgian diplomacy has often played a pioneering role in international disarmament agreements, such as the
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a customer-focused organisation that has regard to the needs of its users, both internally and externally;
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https://diplomatie.belgium.be/sites/default/files/downloads/expose_orientation_politique_kitir_2020.pdf
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the preparation, coordination and monitoring of the Belgian European policy in all its facets;
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digitalisation (e-Consul, electronic voting, etc.), crisis centre, Travellers Online, etc.
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The FPS' concrete contribution to its mission is evident from a number of initiatives:
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Moreover, Belgium has more than 300 honorary consulates, spread all over the world.
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The most important tasks of the FPS Foreign Affairs can be summarised as follows:
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The following are the mission, core tasks and vision of the FPS Foreign Affairs.
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Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation
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the Directorate General for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid (DGD)
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in terms of operation, sustainability, communication, foreign careers, etc.
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Directorate General for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid (DGD)
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It also has particular regard for supporting Belgian economic interests.
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the Directorate General for Multilateral Affairs and Globalisation (DGM)
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From 2019 to the end of 2020, Belgium was a non-permanent member of the
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and the granting of noble favours and honours in the national orders.
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Due to the development of Brussels as the international capital with
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The organisation chart of the Federal Public Service Foreign Affairs
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Corps Diplomatique. Achter de schermen van de Belgische diplomatie,
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issue a visa to foreigners who wish to reside or settle in Belgium.
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the Directorate General for European Affairs and Coordination (DGE)
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Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Foreign Trade:
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is the best guarantee for the prosperity and security of Belgium;
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the defence of Belgium's political, economic and legal interests;
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Defending our values and principles of international solidarity:
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Directorate General for European Affairs and Coordination (DGE)
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the highest number of diplomatic representations in the world
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Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) were among the subjects discussed.
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8 permanent representations to international organisations
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European Union's Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP)
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Page with an overview of Belgian embassies and consulates
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the Staff Directorate for Budget and Management Control
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List of Belgian Ministers for Development Cooperation
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Encouraging a private sector that creates decent work
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Streamlining human mobility and providing protection
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