Brussels: Europe and the Arabs
Today, Belgium is witnessing a multi-sector strike, with the participation of many trade unions, as part of a campaign for more purchasing power. And the demand for a price ceiling for gas and electricity, and an improvement in the social situation. The strike will be evident in the airports, as Charlois Airport announced the complete closure and the cancellation of all flights, and Brussels Airport decided to cancel a large number of flights, and the strike will extend to include public transport, child care institutions, postal services, and some other work sectors throughout the country. It is also expected that the movement of local trains will stop completely or operate with limited capacity in the various Belgian regions, and it is also expected that public transport services in various parts of Belgium will be affected. Workers in private hospitals in Brussels and Zalonia are expected to go on strike as emergency departments continue to operate and provide basic medical care. Last month, trade unions announced the organization of demonstrations and marches in November. In protest against the high prices, especially in energy, and low wages, event organizers said they were demonstrating against the government and employers.