National strike in Belgium as protesters rally against new government reforms
Source:
Euronews.com
3 months ago
Ten days after its formation, the Belgian government faces large protests against budget cuts affecting pensions and public services. Approximately 60,000 people protested in Brussels against the right-wing policies of the coalition government, led by Bart de Wever. Concerns were raised about austerity measures, including increased retirement age and cuts to unemployment benefits, which many believe will harm the population's purchasing power and quality of care in hospitals. Full article (Euronews.com)