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Cutting spending, daring to reform and easing taxation: Georges-Louis Bouchez as political guest on Le Soir

04/01/2025
In brief

Georges-Louis Bouchez advocates cutting public spending and pursuing reforms rather than introducing new taxes. He calls for a simplification of the state and urges party leaders to take on ministerial responsibilities. He denounces the political fatalism that is holding back the reforms needed for the country's competitiveness.

"To lead a country, you have to dare to hold certain difficult debates". It is with this mindset that the MR President shapes his political actions. As a guest of the newspaper Le Soir, he answers their questions without mincing his words as the federal negotiations enter a crucial phase.

While taxation remains a major sticking point, the MR President also discusses the positive dynamics surrounding the Arizona coalition, his vision for the country's institutional future, and the economic challenges to be tackled.

He advocates cutting public spending rather than introducing new taxes! He also argues that party leaders should take on ministerial responsibilities, given the major challenges facing the country. He also shares his vision of a simplified state focused on institutional efficiency, while criticising the political fatalism that is slowing down the reforms needed for the country's competitiveness and well-being.

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