Nation faces airport strike, gas phase-out, and student debates.
Get European news in your inbox daily
A short daily digest of the whole continent — or just the countries you care about.
Check your email. We've sent a confirmation link — click it to complete your subscription.
Belgium is grappling with several significant domestic developments, including a major strike at Charleroi Airport that has affected thousands of passengers. Concurrently, a new political and humanitarian debate has ignited regarding Palestinian students in Belgian universities, with the Rector of KU Leuven criticizing the federal government's stance.
In a substantial long-term policy shift, Flanders has begun preparations to phase out its natural gas network entirely by 2050, signaling a major energy transition. Meanwhile, an audit of the federal budget has brought to light an additional 4 billion euros in financial figures, adding to ongoing budgetary pressures.
Other notable domestic news includes Belgium's launch of a new national Artificial Intelligence strategy, a move aimed at controlling AI development while fostering innovation. Emergency services are also facing challenges, with increasing reliance on retired doctors to address a persistent shortage of general practitioners.