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EU politics – the main institutions and agencies

What are the main EU institutions, and what about the adjacent agencies and bodies that have either a supporting role or work as separate bodies with varying degrees of independence? How do they operate together, and what are their main duties and responsibilities? Early warning: The Council of Europe, the Council of the European Union, and the European Council are three distinct bodies!

The hot summer of 2026

The hot summer of 2026 shows the need for a strong Belgian climate policy The extreme summer heat and drought come at a considerable human, natural and economic cost: they lead to heat-related deaths and put extra pressure on our healthcare systems; they further strain our already vulnerable natural environment; they reduce our labour productivity and agricultural output; and they cause disruption to transport and energy production.

Volt welcomes Iceland to the EU

Iceland will organise a referendum on August 29 this year to join the EU by restarting the negotiations that occurred between 2010 and 2013.

Fire in the High Ferns: Belgium Must Prevent Rather Than Cure

🔥 The High Fens are burning. More than 3,000 hectares have already been affected and the fire is still not extinguished. As the risk increases, Belgium must be better prepared: strengthen our fire services, improve early detection and warning, make our forests and wetlands more resilient, and tackle climate change. Volt calls for action now.

Demagoguery over Ceuta was irresponsible - Future crises demand EU unity

Talking about suspending the Schengen Area or about a massive influx of migrants amounted to an instrumentalization disconnected from the situation in Ceuta.The crisis remained confined to the enclave, and almost all those who arrived there were returned to Morocco within a matter of hours. Yet some EU political leaders chose identity-driven rhetoric over a response grounded in facts. But Ceuta reveals a broader problem: EU cannot face the crises of the 21st century divided.

The next energy crisis is a choice — not a destiny

The latest tensions in the Middle East are a stark reminder that Europe’s energy vulnerability is not inevitable: it stems from our continued reliance on imported fossil fuels. One reality has become clear: Europe must accelerate electrification to strengthen its energy sovereignty.

Brussels is not the backyard of the United States

Celebrating an allied country is one thing. Privatizing the Parc du Cinquantenaire, a symbol of Belgian independence, for a display of United States power is something else entirely. At a time when the Trump administration is multiplying attacks against the European Union, climate policies, democratic institutions, and European interests, this staging in the very heart of Brussels sends the wrong signal from Belgium and from Europe.

Orbexit: Celebrations and challenges

After sixteen years in power, Europe’s troublemaker-in-chief suffered a crushing election defeat. The end of the “Viktator” is reason for joy, and so is the record voter turnout. Hungarian people took their country and their future back! The images of huge crowds chanting “Europe, Europe, Europe!” are so moving. Hungary gets a new start. Celebration is in order!

Volt’s Call for European Independence: Time to Build the United States of Europe

Europe is a beautiful place. A place worth defending, but a place that can still become so much better. We have 500 million citizens living in diverse societies, independent courts and fair elections, a large and advanced social-market economy, and among the highest standards of living on the globe.

We must resuscitate our democracy now

In the run-up to the June 2024 European & national elections, there was a lot of discussion on “particracy” and the necessity of democratic renewal. There were citizen initiatives such as We Need To Talk, an open letter signed by numerous prominent Belgians, and a debate in the Chamber of Representatives on the approach to party financing. But the day after the elections, all of this was forgotten.

Forum for women in politics

The public space is a place for exchanges, meetings and the co-construction of society. As such, it must be a place of representation, diversity and safety. To mark International Women's Rights Day, Volt would like to reiterate its commitment to increasing the number of women involved in politics and in society, to improving public policies to make them more inclusive and to ensuring that women have truly equal access to elected office.

Call to Women

Worldwide, only 27% of politicians are women. In Volt Europa, the numbers are not better.

Let's Colour 2025 Purple! 💜

Everyone at Volt Belgium wishes you a Happy New Year 2025!

Season's greetings

As the year draws to a close, we take a moment to reflect on an incredible journey filled with achievements, growth, and resilience.

Statement on the Belgian federal government negotiations

Ambition and Vision Needed – The Future Won’t Wait

Statement on rising vandalism and intimidation

> Volt Belgium condemns rising vandalism and intimidation and calls for respectful conduct during elections

Volt Belgium calls for Reforms in line with Draghi Report

Press release - Brussels, September 9-10, 2024: Volt Belgium urgently calls on the federal and regional government formateurs to show courage and decisiveness. The party refers to the Draghi report, which calls for sweeping reforms to revitalize the European economy. Without swift action, Europe risks losing ground in terms of prosperity, freedom, and the environment, Draghi warns.

Volt needs YOUR support!

Volt needs YOUR support to run in local and provincial elections!

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Election Exit Polls: Volt gets 1st Dutch pan-European seat in the European Parliament

Brussels, 6 June: Exit polls in the Netherlands predict that Volt has won its first European seat in Parliament. Volt Netherlands’ lead candidates Reinier van Lanschot or Anna Strolenberg will likely become a Member of the European Parliament (MEP), together with many other Volt MEPs.