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Government does well according to OECD

4 February 2015

In a new evaluation report on Belgium, the OECD is praising the reforms pushed through by the current federal government. “The OECD confirms that our long-range plan is by and large in line with its own recommendations” says Minister of Finance Johan Van Overtveldt (N-VA). “We want to use this long …

Campaign against thefts by delinquents without a residence permit is big success

3 February 2015

The GAUDI project, which focuses on thefts committed by delinquents who are in the country illegally, is a big success. More delinquents were arrested, detained and deported than during the same period last year. The project was inspired by N-VA standard bearers Jan Jambon, Minister of Security and …

Flemish Minister Weyts wishes to increase international recognition of Flemish gastronomy

3 February 2015

Flemish Minister for Tourism Ben Weyts (N-VA) wants Flanders to gain international recognition as a leading culinary destination. For this reason, he is developing a high-level gastronomy policy similar to the high-level sports policy Flanders has been implementing for years. “We want strong …

12 additional measures for combating radicalism and terrorism

16 January 2015

On Friday 16 January, the government announced an initial series of twelve additional measures for combating terrorism and radicalisation. They focus on aspects such as more effective punishments for people who travel abroad for terrorism purposes and those who try and recruit new fighters. Foreign …

Grand coalition paralyses the European Parliament

15 January 2015

The response of the European Parliament to the European Commission’s Work Programme for 2015 was the overriding topic of discussion in European circles in recent weeks. Following extensive discussions, commotion and even emotion, the Parliament was to vote on a resolution, which, according to …

Anneleen Van Bossuyt moves to Europe for the N-VA

14 January 2015

Anneleen Van Bossuyt has been officially appointed as a Member of the European Parliament for the N-VA. She replaces Louis Ide, who was recently elected as general party secretary. Van Bossuyt wants to help bridge the gap between citizens and Europe: “Too often the European Union is faced with a …

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