Brussels, Belgium – [September 23, 2025] – Qaiser Nawab, Chairman of the Belt and Road Initiative for Sustainable Development (BRISD), participated in the exclusive talk and reception titled “Euractiv Defence Pro: Navigating the Future of European Defence” hosted by Euractiv at the BELvue Museum, Brussels.
The event brought together senior policymakers, experts, and thought leaders to discuss Europe’s evolving defence strategy in light of emerging geopolitical and security challenges.
During the session, Mr. Nawab had the opportunity to briefly share the vision and initiatives of BRISD in advancing sustainable cooperation and dialogue across regions. He engaged with Mr. Andrius Kubilius, European Commissioner for Defence and Space and Former Prime Minister of Lithuania, as well as Mr. Robert de Groot, Vice-President of the European Investment Bank, who was also a featured speaker at the event.
Mr. Nawab highlighted the importance of linking sustainable development objectives with international peace and security frameworks, emphasizing that regional connectivity and collaborative investments are vital to addressing both climate and defence challenges.
The gathering underscored Euractiv’s role in fostering critical debate around the future of European defence, with leading voices pointing to innovation, resilience, and multilateral cooperation as key pillars.(001)****
