Indo-Belgian co-operation in Astrophysics: From inception to future prospects

TL;DR

This paper reviews the two-decade collaboration between India and Belgium in astrophysics, highlighting achievements, ongoing activities, and future prospects of the Indo-Belgian partnership in multi-wavelength astronomy.

Contribution

It provides a comprehensive overview of the Indo-Belgian astrophysics collaboration, emphasizing the role of BINA and its impact on international scientific cooperation.

Findings

Successful establishment of BINA in 2014.

Conducted three international workshops.

Facilitated numerous exchange visits among astronomers.

Abstract

In this manuscript, an overview of the accomplishments of the Indo-Belgian co-operation is presented in the current era of multi-wavelength global astronomy. About two decades ago, in the field of astronomy and astrophysics, academicians from India and Belgium embarked on formal interaction and collaboration. The Belgo-Indian Network for Astronomy & astrophysics (BINA), initiated in 2014, has been very productive and its activities have set a landmark for Indo-Belgian co-operation. Under this program, three international workshops were conducted. Several exchange work visits were also made among the astronomers of the two 13countries. Since the necessary foundation work has already been done, continuation of the BINA activities in future is strongly recommended.