A planned road between Slipe and Middelkerke, including a bridge, is facing opposition from the group “No Job Through Our Polders,” who claim political pressure, though N-VA denies it. The vote on the road project is scheduled for next week, with concerns about balancing economic growth and environmental protection. Despite protests and a study showing no traffic problem, the road is likely to be built, prompting the group to consider legal action if approved.
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Europe’s ‘happy vassal’ complex
The recent US-EU trade agreement has significantly weakened the EU's global standing, exposing its political vulnerabilities and undermining its climate agenda while highlighting a troubling trend of “vassalisation heureuse.” As Trump’s imperial vision takes shape, the EU struggles to assert its sovereignty amid growing dissatisfaction among Europeans, revealing an existential threat that could reshape international order if not effectively resisted. Want More Context? 🔎
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