Belgian’s new
Prime Minister
Elio Di Rupo
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Belgian’s
new Prime Minister Elio Di Rupo made his first public statement Wednesday in
the Dutch language. Promising a better future for Belgian citizens, he
encouraged hope and confidence during the economic crisis.
Mr Di Rupo
is the first francophone prime minister of the majority Dutch-speaking country
since the late 70s. Alternating between the two languages, he asked for
patience and understanding as he promised to improve his Dutch.
The newly
elected prime minister was sworn in after a record 541 days of political
deadlock in the country. In his message, he stressed the need for substantial
reform to cope with Belgium’s high level of debt and increasing life
expectancy.
Belgium
must save 11 billion euros over the next year through budget cuts and tax
increases.
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