โ๏ธ๐ง๐ช Summer celebrations in full swing at the Belgian Residence!
Ambassador Bernard hosted the traditional Belgian National Day reception in D.C., bringing together our community and friends of Belgium.
๐ง๐ช Happy National Day, Belgium!
Gelukkige Nationale Feestdag! Joyeuse Fรชte Nationale! Einen frohen Nationalfeiertag!
Wishing all Belgians and friends of Belgium, in the United States and around the globe, happy celebrations.
๐ง๐ชโ๏ธ On #InternationalCriminalJusticeDay, we mark 27 years since the Rome Statute - a milestone in fighting impunity.
Belgium reaffirms its commitment to global justice and the ICCโs vital role. We push to strengthen the Courtโs mandate, especially on the crime of aggression.
๐ถ Dog days in D.C.? One newcomer is handling the heat just fine.
๐พ Meet ๐ ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐น๐ถ๐ป, the freshly arrived #Bernese Mountain Dog of Ambassador Bernard. Following in the pawsteps of his predecessor, heโs already part of Team Belgium and winning hearts fast.
Happy day to all #doglovers!
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๐ Ambassador Bernard and C.G. Raeymaekers had the incredible opportunity to attend the ๐บ๐ธ vs. ๐ง๐ช #Rugby showdown in Charlotte, NC!
A historic first-ever match b/w the USA Menโs Eagles & Belgiumโs Black Devils on American soil. The Black Devils proudly defended our colors!
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We wish everyone a wonderful Independence Day!
On this historic day, we celebrate freedom and friendship.๐ง๐ช๐บ๐ธ
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Happy #SocialMediaDay!
Thanks to all our amazing followers for staying connected ๐ง๐ช๐ฒ
Follow the Embassy in DC and Consulates in ATL, LA & NYC for updates on all things Belgian!
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๐ง๐ช๐ค๐บ๐ธ ๐ ๐ฃ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐ป๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ต๐ถ๐ฝ ๐ง๐ต๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ฒ๐น๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐.
The BelgiumโU.S. relationship is strong, strategic, and future-focused.
๐ก From shared values to shared goals, learn more about the depth of this partnership on our website: bit.ly/3ZSSewM
Ambassador Frรฉdรฉric Bernard was thrilled to meet Governor Wes Moore today in Annapolis.
They discussed the relationship between #Belgium and #Maryland, specifically opportunities to strengthen economic ties (Belgium is MDโs 4th largest European export market).
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Today marks the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
Cooperation between U.S. and Belgian authorities is key to ensuring the safety and security of our citizens โ a cornerstone of our bilateral relationship.
It takes a network to defeat a network.
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Thank you to the delegation of the Royal Higher Institute for Defence for a great exchange on ๐ง๐ช๐บ๐ธ diplomatic & defense ties.
Grateful to Maj. Gen. Slocum for sharing U.S. strategic insights.
Belgium and the U.S. are longstanding privileged defence and security partners.
Ambassador Frรฉdรฉric Bernard had his first meeting with President Donald J. Trump at the White House.
๐ง๐ช๐ค๐บ๐ธ Belgium and the United States are longstanding allies. Ambassador Bernard looks forward to deepening our transatlantic relationship.
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Ambassador Frรฉdรฉric Bernard hosted the European Banking Federation and U.S. experts, including #EBF Deputy CEO Sรฉbastien de Brouwer and Marc Goldwein, for an exchange on fintech, public debt & budgets, trade policy & more.
Belgium remains committed to open, fair and stable financial cooperation.
Honored to stand with Allies in tribute to the heroes of June 6, 1944.
Last Friday, ๐ง๐ชPolitical & Security Counselor @maitemorren.bsky.social joined Belgian Defense representatives at the #DDay81 commemoration in Washington, D.C.
We will never forget.
#USVeterans
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โค๏ธ๐งก๐๐๐๐ Proud to celebrate #PrideMonth at last weekendโs incredible #WorldPride2025 Parade in Washington, D.C.!
๐ง๐ช Team Belgium marched alongside @euintheus.bsky.social & friends to celebrate diversity and stand up for rights of #LGBTQI+ persons.
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๐ง๐ช On #WorldBicycleDay, weโre proud to see Antwerp, Brussels & Ghent ranked among Europeโs top 10 most bike-friendly cities!
Safer, greener, healthier cities start with smart urban mobility. ๐ดโโ๏ธ๐
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๐ง๐ช๐บ๐ธ #JobVacancy | The Embassy of Belgium in Washington, D.C. is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Communications to lead its #publicdiplomacy efforts, manage #pressrelations, and drive its overall #communications strategy.
๐ง Apply by June 17: bit.ly/3OoX7YK
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๐ณ๏ธโ๐ On this International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia (#IDAHOT), now more than ever, we stand together in celebrating diversity and promoting respect for the #LGBTQI+ community.
We embrace all forms of love and identities โค๏ธ๐งก๐๐๐๐. #LoveIsLove
๐โ๏ธ Smurf o' the morning!ย Our first visitors receive a warm welcome by Papa Smurf atย #EUOpenhouse. ๐ง๐ช๐ช๐บ
Do you need a hug too?
Meet our blue buddies before 4 PM!
๐Delegation of the European Union, 2175 K Street NW, DC 20037
๐ May 10 | 10 AM โ 4 PM
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Today on #EuropeDay, we celebrate peace and unity in Europe!
๐ง๐ช๐ช๐บ This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration, which laid the foundation for European cooperation, prosperity and peace. Belgium was one of the founding members of the European Union.
Ambassador Frรฉdรฉric Bernard joined EU Ambassador Jovita Neliupลกienฤ and fellow EU member state ambassadors to celebrate #EuropeDay and recognize 4 outstanding Americans strengthening the ๐ช๐บ๐บ๐ธ bond.
๐@shaheen.senate.gov, Representative Nathaniel Moran, journalist Margaret Brennan & Fred H. Hutchison.
Today, we remember.
We will always be grateful to all who gave their lives for freedom. ๐ง๐ช๐บ๐ธ
#VEDay80
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๐ง๐ช๐บ๐ธ #BelgiumintheUSA 2025 Conference in Atlanta.
Over the next 2 days, we will discuss consular, trade, security tech & defense topics and how best to defend our interests.
๐ค Our network fosters vital links supporting citizens & diplomacy across the U.S.
Thank you all!
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๐๏ธ๐บ๐๏ธ No #PressFreedom, no democracy. Allowing journalists to work freely and independently is a fundamental cornerstone for a well-functioning and open democracy.
On today's #WorldPressFreedomDay, Belgium stands up for the rights of journalists.
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๐ง๐ช Ambassador Frรฉdรฉric Bernard was pleased to host a large delegation of Belgian business leaders, marking the close of an impactful economic mission to NYC & DC.
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Belgium is proudly represented by Nathalie Francken (World Bank) & Jeroen Clicq (IMF), backed by 161 Belgians at the WB & 27 at the IMF โ including WB Presidentโs Chief of Staff Coralie Gevers.
It was a pleasure to host many of them at the BE Residence last night!
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Ambassador Frรฉdรฉric Bernard was honored to welcome ๐ง๐ช Deputy PM & Finance Minister Jan Jambon to a networking event capping off a week of IMF and World Bank #SpringMeetings with Belgian and American experts. ๐งต1/2
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๐๏ธ๐ง๐ช On this Intโl Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace, Belgium reaffirms its commitment to peace, consensus building & the United Nations Charter.
Many suffer in armed conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, Eastern DRC and other places โ civilians must be protected!
#BE4Multilateralism
With deep sadness, we mourn the passing of Pope Francis on Easter Monday, April 21. Flags are at half-staff at the Belgian Residence in D.C.
He led with compassion, courage, and commitment to unity. Our thoughts are with all who mourn his loss and honor his legacy.
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