Belgium's Political Crisis: Calls for New Elections Amid Opposition and Financial Turmoil
September 12, 2025
Support for returning to elections is coming from outside parties like Frédéric De Gucht of Open VLD and Ecolo, though their backing alone may not be enough for success.
The support of the N-VA, the most represented party in the Chamber, could be decisive, with other parties like DÉFI and CD&V showing mixed reactions to the idea of new elections.
Changing the law to allow for new elections requires a two-thirds majority in the Chamber and support from both linguistic groups, making the process complex and dependent on cooperation from multiple parties.
Adding to the urgency, Brussels faces a financial crisis with a potential deficit of up to 1.56 billion euros, highlighting the importance of resolving the political impasse quickly.
Leisterh has proposed reconvening elections through the federal Parliament, but this suggestion has been criticized by the PS, accusing him of shirking responsibilities.
Some political leaders, including David Leisterh of the MR and Cieltje Van Achter of N-VA, have proposed calling for new elections in Brussels to break the political deadlock.
The ongoing political crisis in Belgium revolves around the possibility of calling new elections to resolve deadlock, but faces significant opposition and logistical hurdles.
The coalition's push for new elections is hindered by opposition from parties like the PS, which opposes the move, and the challenge of securing at least 101 votes out of 150 to pass the proposal, making support from unlikely allies necessary.
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