The ideal mix between economy, science and innovation to bring Flanders to the top of European regions: that’s what we're looking for.

In the first place, the Department of Economy, Science and Innovation seeks to achieve this through the preparation, monitoring and evaluation of policy.

The established policy is carried out by the agencies, while the advisory councils provide competent advice. More info on this matter can be found on the site ‘Economy, Science and Innovation in Flanders’.

Mission & Vision

The Department of Economy, Science and Innovation (EWI) is charged with the preparation, monitoring and evaluation of policy concerning economy, science and innovation. Furthermore, the Department coordinates the cooperation between the different agents of the Flemish government regarding economic, scientific and innovative domains. Transforming Flanders to one of the most advanced and prosperous regions in Europe is, in accordance with the governmental agreement, the most important strategic goal.

In order to achieve this goal the EWI department stimulates:

• excellent scientific research
• an appealing and sustainable investing climate
• a creative, innovative and entrepreneurial society