Belgium reports 39,615 asylum seekers in 2024 marking 12% increase
Belgium received 39,615 asylum applications in 2024, marking a 12% increase from 2023 and reaching the highest levels since 2015, as migration pressures remain high...
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EU research spending rises to €381.4 billion in 2023, up 6.7%
The EU spent €381.4 billion on R&D in 2023, up 6.7% from 2022, maintaining an R&D intensity of 2.2%, with the business sector leading investment...
Volkswagen plans 15,000 job cuts amid plant closures
Volkswagen could lay off 15,000 workers as it considers closing multiple plants in Germany and Belgium. The move could save the company billions in the...
EU deadline extended for Belgium’s budget plans
Belgium has delayed submitting its budget plans to the EU, citing the need for more time due to ongoing government formation talks....
Belgium’s €22 billion bond sale signals low bank rate frustration
In a historic move, Belgium has successfully raised a staggering €21.9 billion ($23.65 billion) from retail investors through a bond sale, eclipsing previous records and...
Solar power steps up as Europe battles heatwave and energy crises
As record-breaking temperatures sweep across Europe, triggering unprecedented demand for air conditioning, solar power is proving a key ally in staving off energy shortages. The...