Fires in the High Fens: an exceptional mobilisation The Minister for Security and Home Affairs, Bernard Quintin, visited the area affected by the devastating fire in the High Fens on several occasions. Both on the ground and… Federal In the media Security and justice Wallonia 21 Aug 2026
Fires in the Fagnes: relief measures for self-employed workers and SMEs Minister for the Self-Employed and SMEs Eléonore SIMONET has published a circular providing payment facilities for social security contributions for self-employed workers affected by the fires in the… Environment and climate Federal Press releases Self-employed and SMEs Wallonia 19 Aug 2026
Solar eclipse: between vigilance, preparation and security of supply On 12 August, Belgium experienced the most significant solar eclipse since 1999, with almost 90% of the sun obscured around 8:13 pm. On this occasion, the federal Minister for… Energy Environment and climate Federal 14 Aug 2026
“ Chosen immigration is an opportunity, illegal immigration a scourge. Understanding this means finally being a humanist in real life, not a social media theorist. ” Chosen immigration, illegal immigration: moving beyond slogans The political and media debate around Ceuta and illegal immigration has once again shown how disconnected some people are, and how the discussion is poisoned by accusations thrown by the left. How can... Asylum and migration Brussels Federal 5 Aug 2026
Wildfires in France: Belgium strengthens its support in equipment and personnel Belgium today announces that it is strengthening its offer of equipment to support France in the face of the terrible fires continuing in several regions. Specifically, the additional capacities are b... Defence Europe Federal Press releases 4 Aug 2026
“ That is why we must refuse any procedure of mass regularisation, whether based on collective or individual criteria. ” Mass regularisation: the lessons of the Spanish case The images of thousands of migrants arriving in Spain owe nothing to chance. Of course, there is an unfortunate political game being played between two countries. These people did not arrive at the bo... Asylum and migration Europe Federal 3 Aug 2026
Boarding tax: defending Wallonia means acting responsibly In recent days, the boarding tax and Ryanair's reaction have sparked a great deal of comment. Yet our position is very simple: defend Wallonia's economic interests, act responsibly and deliver concret... Federal Industry Taxation and economy Wallonia 30 Jul 2026
Libramont celebrates a century of agriculture with the Mouvement Réformateur The Foire de Libramont celebrated its 100th anniversary this year. A symbolic anniversary for an event that accompanies the evolutions of the farming world. This edition, marked by renewal, transmissi... Agriculture Federal Rural areas Wallonia 29 Jul 2026
Tougher penalties for offences in and around stadiums The Government has adopted, at first reading, the reform of the football law, aimed at strengthening security in and around stadiums. “Troublemakers who ruin matches and the image of our football have... Federal Security and justice Sport 24 Jul 2026
Banning the activities of organisations that threaten national security The federal government today approved, at second reading, the draft bill put forward by Bernard Quintin, Minister of Security and the Interior (MR), which will allow the activities of organisations or... Federal Security and justice 24 Jul 2026
“ Better legal and controlled products from here than dangerous products from abroad or from the mafia. ” Georges-Louis Bouchez visits Belgium’s only vape producer "Of course I'd prefer people not to smoke. But if they use alternative products such as legal vapes or nicotine pouches, the number of smokers falls. We can control the quality of these products and t... Federal Health In the media Self-employed and SMEs 24 Jul 2026
Summer agreement: Eléonore Simonet continues her work for the self-employed and SMEs Before the summer break, the Government approved a series of measures in favour of the self-employed and SME competitiveness. For the Minister for SMEs, Self-Employed Workers and the Middle Classes El... Administrative simplification Federal Self-employed and SMEs 24 Jul 2026
