David Clarinval: “The minimum wage is rising: a new step to widen the gap between work and inactivity” On 1 April 2026, a new step is taken in raising the minimum wage in Belgium. This increase forms part of the trajectory begun in 2022, following agreements between social partners and their implementa... Employment Federal Press releases Taxation and economy 31 Mar 2026
David Clarinval calls for a paradigm shift in Europe T o become sovereign again, Europe must regain control of its industrial capacities and strengthen its competitiveness Speaking to journalist Stefan Grobe on his programme “12 Minutes With” on Euronew... Energy Europe Federal In the media Industry 27 Mar 2026
David Clarinval has had a bill passed to protect consumers regarding subscription renewals Too many consumers still pay for services they no longer use, often simply because they forgot. The Minister of Economy is taking action against this practice. The Minister of Economy has introduced a... Federal Press releases Taxation and economy 27 Mar 2026
David Clarinval and Anne-Catherine Dalcq meet farmers in Walloon Picardy Our two agriculture ministers spoke with producers from Leuze-en-Hainaut and Beloeil to discuss the realities on the ground without detours. These meetings, organised with the support of mayors Hervé ... Agriculture Local Wallonia 20 Mar 2026
In video Energy crisis: our concrete solutions to protect your purchasing power Faced with the persistent rise in energy costs and market volatility, the Mouvement Réformateur is once again placing the protection of households' purchasing power and business competitiveness at the... Energy Federal On video Taxation and economy 20 Mar 2026
Belgium at the heart of defence innovation and industry For the first time, Belgium hosted Bedex, a trade fair entirely dedicated to the defence industry. Organised in Brussels, at the heart of Europe and close to the European institutions and NATO, this e... Defence Federal Industry Wallonia 13 Mar 2026
David Clarinval: "Events in Iran are shaking economic certainties" Business competitiveness, tariffs, wage indexation, unemployment… In an interview with La Libre, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Economy discusses these topics in light of geopolitical e... Employment Europe Federal In the media Taxation and economy 13 Mar 2026
Workers stranded abroad: David Clarinval reminds that they can access temporary unemployment due to force majeure The Minister of Employment, aware of the great difficulties that workers stranded abroad against their will may face, wishes to point out that in such situations it is possible to apply for temporary ... Employment Federal Press releases 5 Mar 2026
David Clarinval pursues ambitious reforms for the economy and employment in 2026 At the start of this week, the minister presented his general policy notes to Parliament to get our economy moving. Valuing work and boosting the competitiveness of our businesses are at the heart of ... Employment Federal In the media Taxation and economy 5 Mar 2026
David Clarinval clarifies the situation of informal carers David Clarinval, Minister of Employment, announces that he is tabling amendments in the plenary session of Parliament today. These amendments from the Arizona majority complement the bill of MP Nahima... Employment Federal Press releases Social security 26 Feb 2026
David Clarinval welcomes the opening of the Japanese market to Belgian beef David Clarinval, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Employment, Economy and Agriculture, welcomes the lifting of import restrictions on Belgian beef to Japan, effective since 10 February 2026. Thi... Agriculture Europe Federal Press releases 18 Feb 2026
Informal carers: our MR MPs in Brussels and at federal level want concrete solutions In Brussels, thousands of people bear a heavy caregiving burden every day for a sick, disabled or dependent relative. To address the exhaustion, precariousness and isolation experienced by informal ca... Brussels Employment Federal Social security 6 Feb 2026
