As a guest on the programme Face à Buxant, Mathieu Bihet, Federal Minister for Energy, stressed the urgency of rethinking our energy strategy in the face of international tensions.
In a context marked by repeated geopolitical crises, Belgium can no longer depend on a single axis or a limited number of partners for its supply. The priority is clear: diversify sources and secure energy for the long term.
With this in mind, the Minister highlighted the strengthening of cooperation with the United Kingdom. The aim is to increase electricity interconnections in order to better guarantee grid stability, improve resilience to external shocks and consolidate European partnerships.
This project also offers a major economic advantage, with nearly €2 billion in savings compared to the original project.
For the MR, investing in modern, better-connected energy infrastructure is a necessity. It is a strategic choice to ensure safe, affordable and independent energy for the benefit of citizens and our economy.