Q&A

Which political parties form the Flemish government?

Which political parties form the Flemish government?

Following parties have consistent presence in the Flemish parliament:

  • Christian-Democratic and Flemish (Christen-Democratisch en Vlaams)
  • Flemish Interest (Vlaams Belang)
  • Open Flemish Liberals and Democrats (Open Vlaamse Liberalen en Democraten)
  • Green (Groen)
  • List Dedecker (Lijst Dedecker)

Which political party is the biggest in Flanders in Belgium?

In the 2010 federal elections, the New Flemish Alliance became the biggest party and broke the domination of the traditional parties.

What are the political parties in Belgium?

Main political parties

  • Christian Democratic and Flemish (CD&V)
  • Groen.
  • New Flemish Alliance (N-VA)
  • Open Flemish Liberals and Democrats (Open Vld)
  • Forward (Vooruit)
  • Vlaams Belang.

Which government is found in Belgium besides central and state governments?

Apart from central and state government ,there is a third type of government called as community government,which is elected by the people belonging to one language community. this type of government looks for aspects such as education,culture and language related issues.

What are the legal status of political parties in Belgium?

In Belgium, the status of political parties is not defined or regulated by the constitution or by laws. A party does not even need to be a formal organisation or be registered; they can exist de facto.

What kind of party is the NVA in Belgium?

NVA is seen by the PS as almost a far-right party that thrives on a xenophobic agenda, and that is openly working on the end of Belgium as a country. The PS is seen by the NVA as an extreme-left party and a symbol of Belgium’s economic and political stagnation.

Who is the head of government in Belgium?

The Belgian political system can be very difficult for foreigners (and sometimes locals) to understand. It has a constitutional monarchy – the king or queen, who is, in fact, the head of state; as well as a Prime Minister, who is the head of government in a multi-party system.

What was the motto of the Belgian monarchy?

The motto: “l’union fait la force”, which translates as “unity makes strength” The motto of Belgium was chosen after the 1830 revolution and independence of the country. Here again, reference is made to the 9 Provinces that had become united within a single country.