Environmental
Belgium's climate credibility hit after EU vote abstention
Belgium's decision to abstain from a key EU vote on 2040 climate targets has damaged the country's credibility and influence in climate policy, according to its own Climate Minister.
Belgium's Climate Minister Jean-Luc Crucke has regretted the country's choice to abstain from a crucial EU vote on the bloc's 2040 climate target, citing internal disagreements between federal and regional authorities. The vote aimed to set a binding target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040 compared to 1990 levels. By abstaining, Belgium has weakened its role in shaping future EU climate commitments, which could undermine broader environmental and climate ambitions in the region.
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- Belgium
- Date added
- 2026-03-24 10:02 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-24 10:02 UTC
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