The Prime Minister came with a resignation, but this is not the end of the crisis

King Philippe of Belgium expressed regret over the political crisis following the resignation of Prime Minister De Wever after failed budget negotiations. The king called for all parties to prioritize public interest and compromise. De Wever's coalition, consisting of five parties, could not reach an agreement on the budget, leading to his resignation announcement. Belgium faces a need for €10 billion in savings to meet EU requirements, with a projected deficit of 5.2% of GDP for 2026. The EU has initiated excessive deficit procedures against Belgium, requiring strict spending cuts by 2029.