Ambassador of Belgium to India Didier Vanderhasselt on Thursday recalled the long-time connections between the two countries. Belgium was one of the first countries to recognise India in 1947.
Speaking at the completion of first batch of training for oncologists and other specialists on the use of proton equipment for radiation in cancer treatment at the Apollo Proton Cancer Centre (APCC) in Taramani, he announced that a Royal Economic Mission from Belgium will visit India with 300 companies in a year’s time. He said he was very proud to participate in the event where Belgium-based Ion Beam Applications’ (IBA) equipment was being used to provide training in proton therapy.
Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice-Chairperson of Apollo Hospitals Enterprises Limited, who underlined the need to work as a team, said India wanted to be a place where healing is done by India, in India. “This alliance between APCC and IBA is a testament to our dedication to forging global healthcare partnerships. By uniting our strengths and expertise, we significantly enhance our collective capacity to tackle cancer worldwide. The training programme will facilitate exchange of knowledge and equip oncologists globally with cutting-edge insights into Proton Beam Therapy.
