King Albert II
Oh, baby! The UK and royalty (part 2)
If watching the extension of the royal bloodline seems outdated, then why is the whole world doing just that? As the Duchess of Cambridge awaits her first child, François…
Oh, baby! The UK and royalty
If watching the extension of the royal bloodline seems outdated, then why is the whole world doing just that? As the Duchess of Cambridge awaits her first child, François…
Papa Francesco in Rio
In today’s international press review, we take a closer look at the new King of Belgium. We also focus on a rape scandal in Dubai, Pope Francis’ visit to Rio and the UK’s great…
Belgium says adieu to Albert II, swears in new king
Belgium’s Prince Philippe has been sworn in as king after his father, Albert II (pictured), formally abdicated on Sunday. The new monarch’s biggest task will be to keep the…
Belgium’s King Albert II abdicates throne to son
Belgium's King Albert II announced on Wednesday that he will abdicate the throne in favour of his son, in a televised address to the nation. His decision comes just six months…
Belgian parties agree to form new government
Political parties in Belgium on Wednesday completed negotiations to form a coalition government led by Socialist Elio Di Rupo. Belgium has not had a government for 535 days.
Belgian parties say ready to form government
Eight Flemish and French-speaking Belgian parties said Friday they were willing to enter talks to form a government, in the first step toward bringing an end to the country’s…
Belgian king makes fresh efforts to end political limbo
King Albert II asked caretaker PM Yves Leterme Wednesday to the budget to parliament for approval. He also asked the acting Finance Minister to mediate in efforts to form a…
'Get ready for the break up,' warns top Belgian minister
Belgium is edging closer to the political abyss in the wake of another round of failed talks aimed at holding the deeply divided country together. Francophone politicians like…
Van Rompuy named new prime minister
Christian Democrat Herman Van Rompuy was named new prime minister of Belgium by King Albert II after the former speaker of the lower house of parliament reached agreement on a…
King calls on former PM Martens to resolve crisis
Belgium's King Albert II has asked former premier Wilfried Martens to resolve the current political crisis after accepting the resignations of Prime Minister Yves Leterme and his…
King Albert accepts Leterme goverment's offer to resign
Belgium's King Albert II has accepted the resignations of Prime Minister Yves Leterme and his government. Leterme offered to resign on Friday following allegations that he sought…