About Us
Connecting Europe and the Silk Road through partnership, purpose and trust
A Brussels-based NGO building on the long tradition of Belgian–Chinese relations and the spirit of the ancient Silk Road.
- Headquarters
- Brussels, Belgium
- Legal form
- Non-profit association (ASBL / VzW)
- Accreditation
- Beijing Development and Reform Commission (BDRC)
Who we are
A bridge between Europe and Asia
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.
What guides us
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.
What we do
From dialogue to lasting partnerships
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.
Our story
Hear it from us
Interview · 6:45
Co-founder Interview
Jürgen Klute shares insights about our mission and vision.
Podcast · 11:35
Introduction Podcast
Discover how we're connecting Europe and the Silk Road.
Our global reach
Partners across the Silk Road
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.
Europe
7 countries- Belgium (HQ)
- Germany
- Ireland
- Hungary
- Bulgaria
- Switzerland
- Norway
Middle East
2 countries- Turkey
- UAE
Asia
5 countries- China
- Mongolia
- Kyrgyzstan
- Pakistan
- Cambodia
Our team
Bicultural expertise
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.
Zhou Yi
President / Co-founder
Jürgen Klute
Co-founder
Work with us
Get in touch to explore partnerships between Europe, China and the Silk Road region.