EconomyTrade
Flemish Firms Recover Millions from US Customs Refunds
Hundreds of Flemish companies recovered millions in US import duties after the Supreme Court ruled Trump's tariffs illegal. VOKA urges more firms to claim.
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EmploymentEconomy
Brussels Youth Struggle for Jobs Despite Master's Degrees
Brussels youth with master's degrees struggle to find work as youth unemployment rises 17%, raising questions about the value of higher education.
—6 min read
EconomyTrade
European Cut Diamonds Exempted from US Tariffs Again
European cut diamonds have been re-exempted from US import tariffs after a six-month 10% surcharge, providing major relief for Antwerp's diamond sector.
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Culture & EventsEconomy
Tomorrowland Brings Surge in Bookings to Mechelen Hotels
Hotels in Mechelen report near-full occupancy as Tomorrowland kicks off, with 60-70% of rooms booked by international festivalgoers from around the globe.
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EconomyTransport
Brussels Airport Posts 3.6% Passenger Growth in First Half
Brussels Airport handled 11.7 million passengers in H1 2026, up 3.6%, and 420,000 tonnes of cargo (+8.3%) despite strikes and Middle East disruptions.
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EconomyPolitics
Antwerp Airport at a Crossroads After TUI's Departure
TUI Fly's exit from Antwerp Airport by spring 2027 leaves the airport's future uncertain, sparking debate over closure, subsidies, and electric aviation.
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EconomyPersonal Finance
KBC Raises Savings Rate to 3.15%, Topping Belgian Market
KBC increases savings account interest to 3.15 percent, becoming market leader in Belgium. But the offer comes with conditions and limitations.
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EconomyBelgium
Wallonia Launches Job Plus: New Incentive for Employment
Wallonia launches Job Plus on July 1, a simplified hiring incentive replacing four programs. Offers up to €1,200/month for 12-36 months via Forem.
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EconomyIndustry
Charleroi Threatens Expropriation of Riva Steel Site
Charleroi threatens to expropriate Riva Group's Thy-Marcinelle steelworks to secure the site's future amid a 26-day strike and EU sanctions deadline.
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Economy
Belgian Diesel Drops to €1.903 as Oil Tensions Ease
Belgium's SPF Economy announces diesel prices will fall to €1.903 per liter on Saturday, the second drop in a week amid easing US-Iran tensions.
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EconomyGeopolitics
Oil Prices Surge Past $95 After New US Strikes on Iran
Brent crude surges above $95 after second day of US strikes on Iran. Strait of Hormuz blockade, Belgian fuel impact, and global inflation fears explained.
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International Trade & EconomyPolitics
China Warns EU of Retaliation Over Planned Trade Curbs
China warns it will retaliate if the EU expands trade restrictions on chemicals, metals and clean tech, escalating tensions with Brussels.
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Economy & Finance
Belgian State Bonds and Tak 21 Rates Rise: Guide for Savers
New Belgian state bonds offer up to 2.31% net and Tak 21 products guarantee 3% in year one. We compare costs, taxes, and returns for low-risk savers.
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EconomyTechnology
Ghent Leads Flemish Job Creation with €61B Startup Ecosystem
Ghent outpaces all Flemish cities in job creation, driven by a €61 billion startup ecosystem and foreign investment that generated 1,800 new jobs.
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EconomyPolitics
Walloon Service Voucher System Set for Major Reform
Wallonia prepares to reform its titres-services system as Minister Jeholet warns of financial strain, labor shortages, and risk of undeclared work.
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