Bart De Wever Sworn in as Belgium's Prime Minister: Key Policies and Challenges
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Bart De Wever sworn in as Belgium's Prime Minister on February 3, 2025. |
| Political Party | Leader of the New Flemish Alliance (N-VA). |
| Coalition Name | "Arizona" coalition. |
| Coalition Parties | N-VA, Christian Democrats (CD&V), socialists (Vooruit), liberals (MR), and centrists (Les Engages). |
| Parliament Majority | Holds a majority in Belgium's 150-seat federal parliament. |
| Migration Policy | Stricter rules: unemployment benefits limited until five years of residence; tighter family reunification regulations. |
| Nuclear Energy | Reversal of nuclear phase-out law; plans to build new reactors. |
| Defense Spending | Increase from 1.3% to 2% of GDP by 2029 and 2.5% by 2034, aligning with NATO. |
| Cabinet Composition | 15 members, including only three women. |
| National Debt | Exceeds 100% of GDP. |
| Key Challenges | Gender representation, balancing social benefits, and addressing national debt. |