Germany, the EU’s leading car exporter, is expected to be hardest hit by the tariffs. Car shipments to the US were worth €25.2 billion in 2024, followed by Italy (€3.4 billion) and Slovakia (€3.1 billion)
The EU had initially set a deadline of June 30, 2023, for all 27 Member States to submit their plans detailing how they intend to contribute to the European Union’s goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030
The panels, a hallmark of participative democracy in the Union, will focus on the theme “A new European budget fit for our ambitions” and are set to convene in Brussels between March 28-30 and May 16-18, 2025
Brussels commuters are adapting to persistent bike theft risks by investing in strong U-locks and chains, parking strategically, and registering bikes with MyBike, combining practical security measures to safeguard their two-wheeled investments
Ghent’s Museum Night returns on 4 December, offering free entry, live performances, creative workshops, football activities, and unique interactive experiences at museums across the city
The Belgian government has approved easier recruitment of foreign diamond polishers and sorters, addressing critical labour shortages in Antwerp and enabling the sector to maximise benefits from its new tariff-free import agreement with the United States
Belgium will soon restrict all Buy Now Pay Later platforms from offering credit to minors, following government concerns about rising youth debt and lax verification systems. Firms that fail to comply could face heavy fines under the updated consumer credit rules
Lidl’s newest Schaerbeek store combines sustainable building techniques, modern retail convenience, and local sourcing within a mixed-use complex developed with Redevco, strengthening the retailer’s growing urban presence in Brussels
