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large and intense protest in Brussels, with significant disruptions to daily life due to the government’s proposed reforms. The anger over the pension changes, early retirement rules, and cuts to public services clearly resonated with many, particularly among lower-income workers. These reforms seem to have hit a nerve, leading unions to take a strong stance and warn of more strikes unless the government revises its plans.
The widespread impact on transportation, including the cancellation of hundreds of flights and disruptions in metro and bus services, shows just how serious the protest was. It’s clear that these proposals are sparking a major debate about economic fairness and the future of public services in Belgium.
