Kazakhstan is pursuing a partnership with the Port of Antwerp-Bruges to boost trade along the Middle Corridor, as stated by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The collaboration aims to connect Kazakhstan's Caspian ports with Belgium's logistics expertise, facilitating the export of metals, petrochemicals, and agricultural products. The initiative was discussed during the Belgium-Kazakhstan Business Council, attended by King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium, highlighting the importance of digitalization and infrastructure improvements for the corridor's success.