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Europese Commissie
What Europese Commissie publishes and decides, explained from the underlying data.
Flanders
Flemish firefighters leave Greece, wildfire under control
The last Flemish firefighters have departed from Greece, where the wildfire remains largely under control due to their efforts and local services.
Wallonia
Hautes Fagnes fire: Belgium activates EU civil protection
The severe fire in the Hautes Fagnes, affecting hundreds of hectares of forest and moorland, has prompted Belgium to activate the EU's civil protection…
Economy
Belgian Exports Up 1.9%, Trade Surplus H1 2026
Belgian exports saw a 1.9% increase in the first half of 2026, signaling a strong economic recovery and resulting in a significant trade surplus. This resurgence is driven by sectors such as petroleum and chemicals, supported by strategic infrastructure like the Port of Antwerp.
Wallonia
Iran: US threatens unprecedented isolation for Tehran
The United States is threatening Iran with unprecedented isolation on the world stage, recent statements indicate. This unprecedented isolation follows…
Wallonia
Ukraine Urges US for Patriot Missiles: Zelensky Warns of Shortage
President Zelensky has urgently appealed to Washington for Patriot interceptors, as Ukraine faces a looming shortage of these critical defense missiles to counter escalating Russian ballistic attacks. The vulnerability of cities and infrastructure is increasing without adequate protection.
Wallonia
Ukraine halts tanker attacks after US J.D. Vance request
Ukraine ceases drone strikes on Russian oil tankers following a request from US Vice President J.D. Vance, aiming to stabilize the oil market and…
Economy
Hidden Trade Barriers Cost Belgian Households €825M Annually
Hidden trade barriers within the EU impose a significant financial burden, with Belgian households paying an additional 825 million euros annually for…
Economy
Belgian Gas Reserves: Filling stalls, price surge looms
Belgian gas reserves are filling slower than last year, with only 59% of storage capacity filled, and this slow filling of gas reserves reignites fears of a…
Flanders
Climate Change: June and July Hottest, Driest Ever
According to Copernicus, June and July this year were the hottest and driest months ever recorded, highlighting the impact of climate change on Belgium and…
Flanders
Migration control Italy: Spain introduces passport checks
Spain is implementing passport controls on flights and sea routes from Italy starting tonight, further escalating the migration control issues between the…
Wallonia
Russia boosts missile production: West faces challenge
Russian missile production is accelerating at an unprecedented pace, posing a growing challenge for Western nations and Ukraine's defense. This forces Belgium and its allies to re-evaluate defense strategies and industrial capacity, crucial for collective security.
Economy
Ineos boosts stake in European chemicals, invests €400M+
British chemical giant Ineos has significantly increased its stake in various European chemical companies, investing over 400 million euros. This strategic move underscores their growth strategy and confidence in the future of the European chemical industry, potentially impacting the Belgian sector.
Economy
Belgium reliant on Russian gas despite European ban
Belgium remains dependent on Russian gas, as evidenced by recent deliveries to Zeebrugge, just months before EU-wide import restrictions take effect…
Politics
TotalEnergies acquires Shell's renewable energy business…
TotalEnergies has acquired Shell's onshore renewable energy activities in Europe, a significant move in the energy market for Belgium and the wider European…
Politics
Pharma Merger: AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb in Talks
Pharmaceutical giants AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb are exploring a potential merger worth nearly 400 billion dollars, which could transform the…
Politics
Italy divests full stake in world's oldest bank Monte Paschi
The Italian government plans to fully divest its stake in Monte Paschi, the world's oldest bank, by the end of September, reports De Tijd. This move comes…
Politics
Coding in schools: EU short 5 million IT workers by 2030
The European Union faces a shortfall of 5 million IT workers by 2030, advocating for more coding in schools to address this gap and reduce the deficit of IT…
Wallonia
Xenia Fedorova Expulsion: French action against RT columnist
French authorities have issued an expulsion order against Xenia Fedorova, former editor-in-chief of RT France, citing a "serious threat to public order," a…
Wallonia
New Heatwave Hampers Fight Against Forest Fires in Spain and France
Critical day for firefighting in Southern Europe: returning high temperatures pressure fire brigades in Spain and France after initial successes. Belgium monitors developments for long-term prevention and climate adaptation.
Wallonia
EU Delays 21st Russia Sanctions Over National Interests
The 21st EU sanctions package against Russia faces delays due to conflicting economic interests among member states, including Belgium. This undermines the coordinated European response to the ongoing war in Ukraine and necessitates diplomatic compromises.
Economy
Digital euro: Belgian banks refuse to participate in pilot
Belgian banks will not participate in the digital euro pilot phase, despite the ECB selecting various payment service providers for the digital euro.
Wallonia
Wallonia addresses PEB renovation for A-label by 2050
The Walloon government has approved a new framework to accelerate PEB renovation of buildings, aiming for an A-label by 2050 for all buildings in Wallonia.
Brussels
EU Member States and Belgium in Talks with Taliban on
The European Commission, Belgium, and fourteen other EU member states have held technical discussions in Brussels with Taliban representatives regarding the…
Wallonia
Belgium Joins EU Dialogue with Taliban on Afghanistan's
Fifteen EU member states, including Belgium, participated in a technical meeting with representatives of the Taliban regime, organized by the European…
Wallonia
Belgium Joins EU-Taliban Talks on Repatriation of Afghans
Belgium was among fifteen EU member states that participated in a technical meeting in Brussels with representatives of the Taliban regime. Organized by the…
Brussels
Belgium and EU Engage in Technical Talks with Taliban on
The European Union, including Belgium and 14 other member states, held technical consultations in Brussels with Taliban representatives regarding the…
Economy
EU considers flight and crypto taxes for consolidated
The European Union is exploring new revenue streams, including a flight and crypto tax, to bolster its budget. This initiative aims to enhance economic…
Flanders
Brussels: Taliban and EU Nations Discuss Forced
Representatives of the Taliban regime are holding technical consultations in Brussels with the European Commission, Belgium, and fourteen other EU member…
Wallonia
Belfius Privatization: Belgian state must sell 20% stake
The Belgian state is under pressure to privatize a 20% minority stake in state-owned bank Belfius by the end of 2026. Failure to complete this Belfius…