Belgium has become a global vaccine hub and a hidden champion in bio-pharma industry. Biopharmaceuticals is the 2nd largest export product, accounting for over 10% of total export. In addition, Belgium holds world-class expertise in new drug development and clinical trial - Belgium is #2 for clinical trial applications per capita, #1 for approval speed of early stage of clinical trial. As a result, 29 out of the 30 global leaders in the pharmaceutical industry have a foothold in Belgium.

Flanders Investment&Trade(FIT) is a government agency of Flanders region supporting the int'l activities of Flemish companies and supporting foreign companies wishing to set operations in Flanders. FIT assists, supports and stimulates companies in international business with tailored advice, guidance, financial support and information on a wide range of financial incentives. With 99 offices around the world, companies can call on FIT’s network of contacts worldwide to find potential partners abroad.