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Federal negotiators in Brussels race against the clock as parties clash over fiscal reform, energy subsidies, and regional financing ahead of the autumn session.
Federal negotiators in Brussels race against the clock as parties clash over fiscal reform, energy subsidies, and regional financing ahead of the autumn session.
Member states debate industrial policy, green transition funding, and defence spending as Brussels seeks to close the gap with the US and China.
Euronext Brussels closed higher after markets priced in a softer ECB path, lifting KBC, Solvay, and other heavyweights.
Belgium’s maritime hub reported strong volumes despite Red Sea disruptions, underscoring its role in European supply chains.
MEPs in Brussels advance rules that could reshape how tech firms operate across the single market.
Federation of Enterprises warns that contract lag and grid fees keep pressure on mid-sized manufacturers.
Defence ministers review readiness timelines and industrial capacity as security concerns reshape European budgets.
Companies converting fleets to electric vehicles can claim enhanced support under the updated regional climate plan.
Belgium’s export-oriented firms watch closely as demand from Germany and France shows early signs of recovery.
Belgium backs tighter intermediate goals while industry groups urge flexibility for hard-to-abate sectors.
Belgium backs tighter intermediate goals while industry groups urge flexibility for hard-to-abate sectors.
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Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg coordinate border procedures while NGOs raise concerns over reception capacity.
Slightly stronger domestic demand offsets softer net exports in the latest quarterly projections from the NBB.
The package aims to cut red tape for growing firms across Belgium and the single market without weakening investor protections.
Flemish life-sciences startups continue to attract international capital as Belgium cements its health-tech reputation.
New high-speed slots and signalling upgrades cut journey times, boosting business travel across the Low Countries and Germany.
New high-speed slots and signalling upgrades cut journey times, boosting business travel across the Low Countries and Germany.
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Roads, rail links, and digital networks top the agenda as Flanders aims to boost productivity and climate resilience.
Christine Lagarde struck a cautious tone, signalling data-dependence as Belgium and neighbours digest mortgage and wage pressures.
