Belgian Premier Unveils Labor, Pension Reforms
Charles Michel emphasizes labor and pension reforms in his first speech as prime minister.
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Belgian Right-Wing Parties Close to Forming Government
Christian democrat, liberal and Flemish nationalist parties are expected to finalize a coalition deal.
Belgium, Netherlands to Support Air Campaign in Iraq
The two European countries join the war against the Islamic State but stop short of joining airstrikes against Syria.
Di Rupo Resigns After Flemish Nationalists Win Election
The Belgian prime minister steps down after his Socialist Party is defeated in elections.
Anti-Immigration Parties Drive Conservatives to Fringe
Euroskeptic and anti-immigration parties force Europe’s conservatives to move to the right.
Secessionist Movements Threaten EU Foundation
Interregional solidarity, one of the pillars of European integration, is under pressure.
Flemish Nationalists Expand Base Across Belgium’s North
Conservatives favoring increased autonomy for Dutch-speaking parts of Belgium win support.
Belgian Government Takes Office, Credit Rating Cut
Moody’s calls Belgium’s creditworthiness into question.
Belgium Struggles to Form New Government
A year and half, Belgium has been without a government. Budgetary and economic reforms necessary to stir growth are stalled.
Bank Bailout Invites Scrutiny of Belgian Credit Risk
The partial nationalization of a Franco-Belgian investment bank confounds the financial difficulties of the Belgian state.
In Belgium, Still No Government in Sight
Six months after federal elections, Dutch and French speaking parties are still far apart.
Political Deadlock in Belgium and Holland
Three months after both countries held parliamentary elections, Belgium and the Netherlands are still without a government.
Flanders Favors Nationalist Newcomer
Flemish separatists are on the rise while French-speaking Belgium remains mired in recession.