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Defence cooperation will involve more military training and the development of advanced equipment such as the Zorawar tank.

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Clean energy collaboration includes a memorandum of understanding for renewable projects and a green ammonia facility in Kakinada.

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The two nations will work together on critical mineral processing, recycling, and semiconductor research linking Belgium's IMEC institute with India's chip industry.

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An investment fast‑track mechanism will be created to encourage Belgian companies to invest in India, supporting the goal of doubling trade.

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Additional agreements will strengthen start‑up networks, university research partnerships, and a migration and mobility partnership for talent exchange.

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Summary

The partnership includes increased military training exchanges, joint clean‑energy projects like a green ammonia plant, and collaboration on mineral recycling and chip research.

Both governments will simplify investment processes and aim to double bilateral trade within five years, while also supporting start‑up ecosystems and academic exchanges.

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New Words to Learn

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defence
activities and equipment used to protect a country
clean energy
energy sources that do not pollute the environment, such as wind, solar, or green ammonia
critical minerals
rare natural resources essential for modern technology
semiconductors
tiny electronic components that control electricity in devices
green ammonia
a fuel produced using renewable energy that can power ships and other transport
memorandum of understanding
a formal written agreement to cooperate on a specific area
investment fast‑track mechanism
a streamlined process that makes it easier for foreign companies to invest quickly
IMEC institute
Belgium's research centre that studies and develops tiny computer chips
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