Events

Although the maritime industry spans the globe and impacts us all, the issues of human rights at sea are rarely discussed, even less so on a platform which brings together the industry’s different stakeholders. The Brussels Maritime Talks: Human Rights Perspectives at Sea aim to remedy this. At these events the BDA and Téthys Naval …

Register here for the BDA and Téthys Naval Inaugural Brussels Maritime Talk on 4 November 2025

This presentation will address Diplomatic Law, with particular focus on the diplomatic immunities thereunder. The differences between immunities for Country Missions (Sovereigns) and those for International Organisations will be explained, as well as the differences between Immunity from Jurisdiction and Immunity from Execution. Other topics of Diplomatic Law will be addressed in an ad hoc …

In today’s globalized markets, selling across borders requires more than mastering techniques — it demands cultural intelligence, adaptability, and strategic influence. In this lecture, Xavier Teichmann will share proven international sales techniques that empower professionals to build trust, negotiate effectively, and close deals in diverse environments. Agenda: 16.00 – 16.15 Welcome 16.15 – 16.45 Lecture …

The acute crisis caused by the Russian invasion to Ukraine already led to drastic changes in diplomatic economic, trade and cultural relations with both countries. These changes also affected many countries of the former Soviet bloc, both in terms of their international and domestic policies. In this context, an important issue is the nature and …

Science Diplomacy refers to the intersection of science and foreign affairs. While the two disciplines have intertwined since antiquity, the concept of science diplomacy is much more recent, with its theoretical roots developing following the end of the Cold War. This lecture will explore the historical developments of science diplomacy and provide a snapshot of …