The FrontAg Nexus project proudly participated in the “Cooperation Lounge Africa-Europe: Science Meets Politics” event held on December 10–11, 2024, in Brussels. Hosted by the Scientific Coordination Office (WKS) Bavaria-Africa at BayFOR in collaboration with the Representation of the Free State of Bavaria to the European Union, this dynamic gathering brought together a wide spectrum of stakeholders to promote African-European research and innovation partnerships.

Participants included representatives from academic and research institutions, the private sector, civil society, foundations, and political entities from both Africa and Europe. Through collaborative dialogue, the event aimed to address the challenges and opportunities inherent in fostering international research cooperation, with a particular focus on Bavaria, Europe, and Africa.

The event highlighted the importance of bridging the gap between science and policy—a task that demands active collaboration across diverse sectors. A high-level networking evening on December 10 provided a unique opportunity for participants to exchange ideas and explore the role of science diplomacy in promoting African-European collaboration. Complementing the networking sessions, a poster exhibition showcased ongoing research initiatives. The FrontAg Nexus project was represented by our coordinator, Universität der Bundeswehr München (UniBw M), whose poster presentation attracted significant interest and created valuable connections with stakeholders sharing similar goals.