Next Friday, 12^th June, from 9.00 to 10:00, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg, in collaboration with its member PIA Group, is organizing a breakfast session on “Navigating Belgian VAT: Practical Guidance for Spanish and Foreign Businesses Expanding into Belgium”. The event will be led by Glenn Van Hemelrijck, VAT Director at PIA Group, and will take place in the Chamber’s premises (Av. des Arts 1-2, 9^th, 1210 Brussels).

This session is designed to give Spanish entrepreneurs the clarity they need to avoid costly mistakes and set up their Belgian activities correctly from the start.

During the conference, Glenn Van Hemelrijck will provide a clear and practical overview of the three main VAT scenarios for foreign companies operating in Belgium; when a VAT registration is required, and when it is not; the differences between operating without presence, via a fixed establishment, or through a subsidiary; as well as the common pitfalls and administrative hurdles foreign entrepreneurs face.

Van Hemelrijck will finish the intervention by giving practical insights to help those interested in expanding their business to Belgium choose the right structure for their businesses.  

The event will take place in English. Limited places available.

You can register in the following link.

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The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a networking event on Wednesday 17 June, from 6.30 pm to 8.00 pm, for members of the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg and the American Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg, in an exclusive event sponsored by EY Luxembourg.

Through this initiative, the Chamber aims to promote networking and the creation of business opportunities among members of both chambers.

The event will take place at the EY Luxembourg offices (35E Av. John F. Kennedy, 1855 Luxembourg).

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Next Thursday, 18th June, from 18:30 to 19:30, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg, in collaboration with its member firm Stellan Partners, is organising an onsite conference on “GDPR and Data Protection in Practice: Key Compliance Updates and Risk Management”, followed by a networking cocktail. The event will take place in the company’s premises, in Lalux Building (9 Rue Jean Fischbach, 3372 Luxembourg).

Several years after the entry into force of the GDPR, organisations are facing a new reality: compliance alone is no longer enough.

The rapid evolution of digital technologies, in particular the increasing use of AI and automated decision-making tools, is reshaping the way personal data is collected, processed and protected. In this context, data protection has become a key element not only of legal compliance, but also of risk management, corporate governance and business reputation.

This session will offer a practical and forward-looking perspective on how organisations can address new data-related risks, including those arising from AI-driven systems, while strengthening trust and accountability.

The speakers that will conduct the event, Audrey Rustichelli, head of the New Technologies, Data & IP department, and Mar Ibáñez, Associate, both at Stellan Partners will explore recent enforcement trends, key compliance challenges and the interaction between existing GDPR obligations and emerging technologies. The conference will be followed by a networking cocktail.

The event will take in English. You can register in the following link:

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The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a breakfast debate on Monday 22 June, between 9 am and 10 am, on ‘The Atlantic Corridor: a critical integration project for Europe’s competitiveness, internal market and strategic autonomy’. The speaker will be José Antonio Sebastián, Spanish Government Commissioner for the Atlantic Corridor.

The Atlantic Corridor is one of the nine major priority transport corridors included in the European Union’s Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T). It is a multimodal infrastructure that integrates railways, roads, ports, airports, intermodal freight terminals and actions in urban nodes (cities with more than 100,000 inhabitants).

It connects Portugal, Spain, France, Germany and Ireland with the rest of the European Union, forming a single integrated, interoperable and multimodal transport network. The aim is to develop infrastructure with identical quality standards in all Member States.

The event will take place at the Chamber’s offices (Avenue des Arts 1-2, 9th floor, 1210 Brussels, Belgium) and will be held in English. Limited places available.

Next Wednesday 24^th June, from 12.00 to 13.00 pm, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a networking lunch-debate in Brussels with Nicolás Pascual de la Parte MEP, EPP Security and Defence Coordinator, and former Ambassador of Spain to NATO, who will address the topic “Implications of the War in the Middle East for EU-NATO dynamics and the Transatlantic relationship”.

The event will take place at the Chamber’s premises (Avenue des Arts 1-2, 9th floor, 1210 Brussels) and after the presentation, a cold buffet lunch will be offered, giving attendees the opportunity to exchange ideas and expand their network of contacts.

The event will take place alongside the European Defence & Security Summit 2026 on 23 and 24 June, making this a great opportunity to reflect on the state of the European industry and exchange views with various stakeholders in the sector.

The presentation will be given in English.

Places are limited.

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Next Thursday 25th June, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a luncheon-debate in the framework of its Business Circle tribune with the participation of Cristina Dias, Head of Cabinet of Maria Luís Albuquerque, Commissioner for Financial Services and the Savings and Investments Union.

The event will take place in the Hotel NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon (Rue Bodenbroek 2). More information on the theme of the luncheon-debate will be available soon.

The presentation will be in English. You can register for this luncheon in the link below.

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The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg, in collaboration with the Spanish Embassy in Luxembourg, is celebrating the Day of Spain on 25th and 26th June with two exclusive events designed to promote Spanish culture and cuisine in the Grand Duchy and to strengthen ties between the two countries.

The celebrations will begin on the afternoon of Thursday 25 June at 7.00 pm at the Philharmonie with a unique concert by one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation, the pianist Juan Pérez Floristán. Winner of the Paloma O’Shea International Piano Competition (2015) and the Arthur Rubinstein Competition in Tel Aviv (2021), Floristán combines a refined technique with great artistic sensitivity. This will be followed by a networking cocktail reception at the Hotel Meliá Luxembourg, where Spanish cuisine will be showcased.

The following day, Friday 26 June, from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm, Chef Áxel Smyth of the Michelin-starred Simpar restaurant will treat guests to an exclusive gala dinner at the INNSiDE by Meliá Luxembourg Hotel (12 Rue Henri M. Schnadt, 2530), featuring a tasting menu created especially for the occasion. Chef Áxel Smyth’s cuisine has a strong Galician influence, centred on respect for local and market produce, which led him to earn a Michelin star in 2025 and a Repsol Guide Sun in 2024. The desserts will also be created by chef Claudia Merchán, recognised as one of Spain’s finest pastry chefs, trained at the Basque Culinary Centre in San Sebastián and a guest chef on MasterChef Ecuador. The menu will be available shortly.

Tickets are available for either individual day or a combined pass to enjoy both events. You can register and purchase your ticket via the link below.

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On 30^th June and 1^st July, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg will organise a training session on “Public speaking and networking: How to understand and connect with your audience”, in collaboration with Masha Tarle, Communications Skills Trainer and Communication Expert.

This is a highly practical, interactive course designed for young professionals working in policy, NGOs, and public affairs in Brussels. Over two focused half-days, participants learn how to speak with clarity and confidence, navigate networking situations with ease, and communicate persuasively in complex or high-stakes environments.

Through short presentations, real-time feedback, and hands-on exercises, the course helps you build presence, credibility, and meaningful professional connections — whether you’re speaking in a meeting, at an event, or introducing yourself to the right people.

The event will take place in English and will be held in person at the Chamber’s new offices (Avenue des Arts, 1-2, 9th – 1210 Brussels).

You can check the full programme of the course here.

You can register in the following link:

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On 30^th June and 1^st July, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg will organise a training session on “Public speaking and networking: How to understand and connect with your audience”, in collaboration with Masha Tarle, Communications Skills Trainer and Communication Expert.

This is a highly practical, interactive course designed for young professionals working in policy, NGOs, and public affairs in Brussels. Over two focused half-days, participants learn how to speak with clarity and confidence, navigate networking situations with ease, and communicate persuasively in complex or high-stakes environments.

Through short presentations, real-time feedback, and hands-on exercises, the course helps you build presence, credibility, and meaningful professional connections — whether you’re speaking in a meeting, at an event, or introducing yourself to the right people.

The event will take place in English and will be held in person at the Chamber’s new offices (Avenue des Arts, 1-2, 9th – 1210 Brussels).

You can check the full programme of the course here.

You can register in the following link:

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On 14^th and 15^th July, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg will organise an on-site training on “Negotiation Skills”, in collaboration with its member company Euromed Consulting Group.

This course will provide a comprehensive and practical overview of negotiation fundamentals, styles, strategies and current trends, offering participants the tools to strengthen their performance at the negotiation table across diverse professional contexts.

Across two sessions, the training will address the main negotiation phases, the psychological aspects involved in interpersonal dynamics, and the use of innovative tactics — including AI-based solutions — to reach effective agreements. Participants will also have the opportunity to engage in interactive exercises and real-life case studies.

The trainer will be Ramon Vila, Director of Euromed Consulting Group.

The course will be held at the Chamber’s premises (Avenue des Arts 1-2, 9^th floor – 1210 Brussels) in English.

You can check the full programme of the course here.

If you are interested in participating in this training, you can register below.

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The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is launching the third edition of its training program, “Introduction to the Luxembourg Financial Market”, which will take place from September 1 to 11, 2026, in Luxembourg. This initiative is aimed at young professionals seeking to develop their careers in the financial sector in the Grand Duchy, offering a unique opportunity to integrate into a dynamic and highly competitive market.

Training Objectives

The program aims to provide participants with the key skills required to operate in the Luxembourg financial sector, addressing it from both an economic and legal perspective. The curriculum combines theory and practice, consolidating fundamental finance principles while adapting to the local context to facilitate professional insertion. Upon completion, participants will have access to a minimum six-month contract with financial sector companies.

Target Audience, Admission Requirements, and Applications

The program is designed for graduates in Economics, Finance, Law with an economic specialization, Political Science with an economic focus, and Business Administration (ADE), as well as for master’s degree holders with at least one year of work experience and a good command of English, interested in expanding their knowledge of the Luxembourg banking and financial sector. Knowledge of other languages will be considered an advantage but is not a mandatory requirement.

Candidate selection will be carried out through resume review and a personal interview. Interested applicants must send their application to luxembourg@e-camara.com, including the registration form, CV, motivation letter, and a copy of their degree with courses and grades.

The program, delivered entirely in English, has a fee of €1,850 + VAT. An additional registration fee of €100 + VAT (non-refundable) is required, which will be deducted from the total amount in the event that the candidate is ultimately admitted to the program.

Organization and Program

The training will be conducted over two weeks, with 4-hour daily sessions, promoting interaction and the study of real case scenarios. The teaching staff will consist of recognized professionals from the Luxembourg financial sector.

The detailed program from the previous edition can be consulted at this link.

On Wednesday 9 September 2026, at 6.30 pm, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a conference on “Entrepreneurship in Luxembourg: key considerations, common mistakes and practical advice”, which will take place at the Chambre de Métiers (2, Circuit de la Foire Internationale L-1347 Luxembourg).

This conference is primarily aimed at people interested in starting a business in Luxembourg, as well as entrepreneurs and professionals who wish to gain a practical understanding of the main aspects to consider when setting up and developing a business in the Grand Duchy.

The event will feature Maria Catalán, founder and Managing Director of Planinlux, who will share practical recommendations based on her experience supporting entrepreneurs and companies in Luxembourg.

The conference will take a practical approach, offering specific recommendations and real-life examples to help attendees avoid common pitfalls and make better decisions from the outset of their project.

For its part, the Chamber will present its entrepreneurship support programmes, EmprendeBeLux and the European Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (EYE) programme.

The event will be held in Spanish. You can view the full programme via the following link.

A networking reception will follow the information session.

You can register for this free session via the following link:

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Next Tuesday 15th September, from 12.30 to 14.30, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a luncheon-debate in the framework of its Business Circle tribune with the participation of Bernd Biervert, Head of Cabinet of Maroš Šefčovič, Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security.

The event will be held in the Hotel NH Collection Brussels Grand Sablon (Rue Bodenbroek 2, 1000 Brussels).

More information on the theme of the luncheon-debate will be available soon.

The presentation will be in English and under the Chatham House Rule.

You can register for this luncheon in this link.

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The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg, in collaboration with Agoria (BSDI), is organising a speed networking event entitled “Spain-Belgium Business Meeting for the Security and Defence Industry” on Wednesday 16 September, from 10.00 to 13.15, which will take place at Agoria’s offices in Diegem (Amber Building, Hermeslaan 7, 1831).

Agoria BSDI is the cluster that gather Belgian companies providing technological solutions or services for military use – from rugged materials and mechatronics to digital systems for monitoring, communication and intervention.

The event aims to bring together a select group of Spanish and Belgian firms operating in the security and defence sector, with the aim of fostering high-value business relationships. To ensure the event’s direct focus, bilateral meetings are reserved exclusively for internal representatives and staff of the participating security and defence companies.

The programme will consist of one-to-one meetings lasting between 7 and 10 minutes, allowing participants to network with representatives from Belgian companies in the security and defence industry.

Participation is limited to 40 companies from the security and defence sector (20 from each country) to ensure the quality of interactions. Meetings will be pre-arranged based on the information provided during registration. Acceptance of registrations is subject to final approval by the organisers.

The event will conclude with a light networking lunch, offering further opportunities for professional exchange.

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The Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg, in collaboration with its member company Certa Insurance Partners, is hosting a breakfast conference on “Managing tax risk through insurance” on 22 September, from 9:00 to 10:00. The event will take place at the Hotel Meliá Luxembourg (1 Park Drai Eechelen, 1499 Luxembourg).

The event will provide a practical overview of tax risk insurance as a tool for managing fiscal uncertainty in transactions and corporate structuring. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the types of tax exposures that insurance can cover, as well as the jurisdictional considerations that shape the availability and scope of such coverage.

The session will walk participants through the end-to-end process of obtaining tax risk insurance, from the initial insurability assessment and engagement with underwriters to binding coverage and claims handling, and will include real-life examples drawn from the Luxembourg and Spanish markets.

The conference will feature four specialists from Certa Insurance Partners: Tom Cartwright, Director and Head of Tax; Alistair Godwin and Julia Monsech, Senior Tax Underwriters; and Alejandro Rams, Tax Underwriter.

The session will be held in English and will be followed by a networking breakfast. Places are limited.

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On 23^rd September and 24^th September 2026, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg will organise an online training on “Communication for European projects”, in collaboration with its member company Vision Communication Consultancy.

This webinar hosted by the trainer Ramón Vila, Director of Vision Communication, is focused on providing branding, public affairs, marketing, communication or community engagement professionals with the keys to execute and evaluate a comprehensive and effective communication campaign for their agencies, organisations, programmes and European projects.

During the first session, a presentation of EU communication will be given with an explanation of the different EU projects currently in existence. The reality of consortia in European projects and the need to adapt the project communication and dissemination strategy to different contexts will be explored.

The second session will focus on project communication, exploring the management of social networks, the different communication products, and the need for proper event management.

Throughout both sessions, participants will have the opportunity to learn about examples of good and bad practices of communication in different European projects and how to effectively design and manage a communication strategy in different projects granted by the EU.

You can check the full programme of the course here.

Next Thursday 1^st October, from 9.00 to 10.00 a.m., the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a breakfast-debate with the participation of Raúl de la Hoz Quintano, rapporteur of the European Parliament on the Industrial Accelerator Act, who will outline the parliamentary work carried out in support of this legislation.

The event will take place in Brussels, at the premises of the Chamber (Avenue des Arts 1-2, 9^th floor, 1210 Brussels).

The presentation will be in English. You can register for this breakfast in this link:

Next 7th and 8th of October 2026, from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg, will organise an online training on “Artificial Intelligence Tools to improve efficiency and productivity”, in collaboration with Communication Package.

This training will allow participants to improve their productivity and the effectiveness of their daily work. In a world where technology is advancing by leaps and bounds, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an indispensable tool for improving efficiency and effectiveness at work.

Thus, throughout the two days of training, attendees will be provided with tools to make the most of artificial intelligence such as advanced generation of prompts, the creation of customised GPTs or working with documents, data, and presentations.

The course will be taught in English, in online format.

You can consult the full course programme here.

If you are interested in participating in this training, you can register here:

Next Tuesday 27th October, from 12.30 to 14.30, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising a luncheon-debate in the framework of its Business Circle tribune with the participation of Michael Hager, Head of Cabinet of Valdis Dombrovskis, Commissioner for Economy and Productivity.

The event will take place in the Hotel The Dominican (Rue Léopold 9, 1000 Brussels).

More information on the theme of the luncheon-debate will be available soon.

The presentation will be in English and under the Chatham House Rule.

You can register for this luncheon in this link.

On November 5^th and 6^th 2026, from 9:00 to 12:00, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg organise an online training on “Content Marketing Mastery: Generative AI, SEO and Content Strategy”, in collaboration with Philippe Schifflers, Digital Marketing Consultant and Online Instructor.

This hands-on course teaches professionals how to design and execute a practical Content Marketing strategy aligned with their business objectives. Participants learn how to create SEO-optimized blog posts, newsletters, social media content, high-converting landing pages, and impactful images and videos, while leveraging Generative AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and performance.

Content marketing and content creation have become essential strategies for companies that want to grow their visibility and build lasting relationships with their audience. By creating and sharing valuable, relevant content, brands can attract attention, nurture trust, and strengthen engagement. When trust is established, it becomes significantly easier for followers to turn into customers and, ultimately, advocates for the brand.

The training will be delivered over two days, with sessions of three hours each, and will take place in English.

You can check the full programme of the training through this link.

To register in this online training, click in the registration button below:

The training on “Advocacy strategies in the EU” returns to Brussels. On 18 and 19 November, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is holding the eighth edition in Spanish of one of its top trainings, in hybrid format.

Now more than ever, the European Union plays a key role in the establishment of the regulatory framework in which companies work. For this reason, this course offers the opportunity to acquire a global vision of the functioning and competencies of the EU institutions, as well as the various communication channels with them, in order to provide participants with the knowledge and tools that will enable them to establish effective communication with the European authorities.

The course will be taught by renowned professionals from a wide range of backgrounds: multinationals, specialised consultancies, business organisations, senior European officials, etc. and will include practical case studies that will bring you closer to the day-to-day running of the Brussels bubble.

In addition, those who choose to attend the course on-site will be able to visit the European Parliament and the Permanent Representation of Spain to the EU, where they will explain how they work and what the role of the Council is.

See the programme of last year’s edition here.

On 2 and 3 December 2026, from 9.00am to 12.00pm, the Official Spanish Chamber of Commerce in Belgium and Luxembourg is organising an onsite training course in its premises in Brussels (Avenue des Arts 1-2, 1210) entitled “Strategies for success in the European Union: tenders and projects in practice”, delivered by our member company Karine Brück International.

This course is designed to help companies and organisations take the next step into the success of their projects: to identify opportunities with real potential, preparing competitive proposals and increasing their chances of success.

Over the course of two sessions, both European tenders and direct funding projects (Horizon Europe) will be covered, incorporating recommendations based on experience, real evaluation criteria and common mistakes to avoid.

The training will be delivered in English and will be divided into three-hour sessions, from 9:00 to 12:00 on both days.

You can view the full course programme here.

You can register in the following link.

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