From March 12 to March 13, 2025, the French Security Days (FSD) took place at the Sparks Meeting in Brussels, an event highly appreciated by companies for its exclusive and intimate format. Organised by Business France with Milipol as a partner, this mission was designed to foster strategic exchanges and to strengthen cooperation between French and Belgian stakeholders in the fields of security and defense. The event featured a comprehensive programme, high-level plenary sessions, targeted business meetings, and networking opportunities with influential decision-makers.

An Exclusive Format for High-Level Business Engagement

Belgium, at the heart of Europe, faces growing challenges such as terrorism and cybercrime. This French Security Day aimed to address crucial topics, including cybersecurity, defense technologies, and internal security, offering solutions to protect critical infrastructures, innovate in military equipment, and respond to terrorist threats. This gathering fostered collaboration between Belgian and French companies, institutions, and professionals in the sector. 

The FSD format has proven to be particularly attractive to companies due to its carefully curated structure, which includes:

• Morning plenary sessions with insights from industry leaders and government representatives.
• Inspiring Partner pitches, several conferences and roundtable discussions to answer Belgian market security challenges.
• One-on-one B2B meetings offering direct business opportunities.
• Networking opportunities throughout coffee breaks, lunches, and receptions.
  

This focused and high-value approach enables participants to establish meaningful connections, discuss innovations, and explore potential collaborations in a discreet yet dynamic environment.

France: Belgium’s Leading Security Partner

The presence of key figures reinforced the event’s strategic importance in Franco-Belgian security cooperation, demonstrating the strong institutional backing for this initiative.

High-profile attendees included:

• The Minister of Security and the Interior of Belgium 
• The French Ambassador in Belgium
• Governor for Crisis Management in the Brussels Region
• First Advisor at the Belgian Federal Police
• The Director of Security at Liège Airport

With 27 French partner companies participating in the event, the French Security Days 2025 underscored France’s position as Belgium’s primary security and defence partner. Many of these companies are already familiar with Milipol Paris, the world’s leading event for Homeland Security and Safety, and were eager to explore new business opportunities.

A Strategic Opportunity for Milipol Paris 2025

The event provided the Milipol teams with the occasion to meet industry experts and discover cutting-edge technologies! One of the highlights of the French Security Days was the opportunity to engage with influential stakeholders and invite them to attend Milipol Paris 2025. This engagement aligns with France’s broader ambition to expand international participation.

• Over 20 companies expressed strong interest in participating in Milipol Paris 2025.
• Nearly half of them are already registered as exhibitors.
• Others are exploring options to join existing group delegations or attend in other capacities.

Showcasing Cutting-Edge Technologies

Beyond networking and business meetings, the French Security Days 2025 provided a platform for attendees to experience some of the latest advancements in security and defence technologies. The event attracted sector experts, solution providers, and institutional representatives, offering a comprehensive view of current and future industry trends.

Acknowledgements and Looking Ahead

The Belgian security market, which is rapidly growing, is driven by factors such as government regulations, and technological advancements. Thanks to the event, experts and decision-makers gathered in a friendly setting to explore partnerships that address current security challenges.

The success of French Security Day was recognised by Business France, which extended its gratitude to Milipol for the partnership. As the event concluded, it became clear that FSD has become an essential gathering for security professionals.

For more information about French Security Days 2025, visit: https://www.milipol.com/en/highlights/french-security-days