About Us

Connecting Europe and the Silk Road through Partnership, Purpose and Trust

Europe Silk Road Connect ASBL (VzW) is a Brussels-based non-governmental organization. Building on the long tradition of Belgian–Chinese relations and inspired by the spirit of the ancient Silk Road, we connect Europe and Asia through meaningful partnerships that promote mutual understanding, sustainable development, and cultural exchange.

We believe that lasting peace and progress arise from trust, dialogue, and cooperation. Guided by this vision, we operate at the crossroads of government, business, academia, and civil society, helping partners transform shared ideas into tangible results.

Our Core Values

Global Network

Connecting partners across continents and cultures

Expert Team

Bicultural professionals with deep regional expertise

Trust & Dialogue

Building lasting cooperation through mutual respect

Sustainable Growth

Creating lasting value and shared prosperity

Our Team

Our team brings together experienced professionals from across Europe, China, and the wider Silk Road region, combining expertise in diplomacy, trade, sustainability, innovation, and intercultural communication.

With bicultural insight and strategic understanding, we help organizations navigate complex international landscapes and build cooperation based on trust, respect, and shared benefit.

Our Story

Co-founder Interview

Jürgen Klute shares insights about our mission and vision

Introduction Podcast

Discover how we're connecting Europe and the Silk Road

Our Global Reach

From our headquarters in Brussels, we work closely with partners across the European Union, China, and the broader Silk Road region—including Central Asia, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.

Germany
Ireland
Hungary
Bulgaria
Switzerland
Norway
Turkey
UAE
Kyrgyzstan
Pakistan
Cambodia
China

What We Do

Through one-on-one matchmaking, strategic consultancy, and institutional dialogue, we help partners expand their reach, discover new opportunities, and establish sustainable relationships that go beyond borders.

Matchmaking

One-on-one connections between enterprises and institutions for meaningful partnerships

Strategic Consultancy

Expert guidance for international expansion and sustainable cooperation

Institutional Dialogue

Facilitating high-level communication between governments and organizations

Europe Silk Road ConnectConnecting Europe and the Silk Road through Partnership, Purpose and Trust