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Valerie Van Peel: “Time to step up and take responsibility”

7 November 2025

Speaking on De Afspraak op vrijdag, party chair Valerie Van Peel addressed several pressing issues, including the Euroclear case, the stalled government formation in Brussels, and, of course, the federal multi-year budget. On Euroclear: “All member states must share the risk” The European …

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Johan Van Overtveldt calls for stronger efforts to safeguard financial stability in the EU

7 November 2025
Johan Van Overtveldt

The European Union is at a critical juncture. Geopolitical tensions, volatile markets, and deep-rooted economic challenges are placing growing pressure on the financial system. Johan Van Overtveldt, rapporteur for the European Parliament on behalf of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs …

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Green light for lifetime entry ban on terrorists

7 November 2025

Convicted terrorists, hate preachers, and violent extremists staying illegally in Belgium can now be banned from re-entering the country for life. This was announced today by Minister for Asylum and Migration Anneleen Van Bossuyt. “The door is now permanently closed to anyone who radicalises or …

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N-VA opposes unrealistic EU climate targets

6 November 2025
Kris Van Dijck

The European climate ministers have voiced their support for the new 2040 climate strategy, setting the EU on a path toward a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. Belgium abstained from the vote, citing concerns about the economic feasibility and the impact on industrial …

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Theo Francken on drone incidents: “Panic is a terrible advisor”

2 November 2025
Theo Francken

Defence Minister Theo Francken has issued a warning following recent drone sightings over military bases, stating that the threat is real. Speaking on VTM Nieuws, he stressed that while there is no need for panic, vigilance is essential. He also announced a fast-tracked rollout of the counter-drone …

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‘Chat control’ plan scrapped

31 October 2025

The European Union has dropped its controversial proposal to force messaging apps like WhatsApp to scan private messages for child abuse. A good decision, says the N-VA. “The goal was legitimate, but the method was completely wrong,” says MP Michael Freilich. “Forcing encrypted messages to be …

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