Belgium strike wave: record 2025, rising 2026; right to strike under scrutiny

Belgium faces a national day of action and a public-sector strike on Monday, with strike days hitting a record in 2025 and rising further in 2026. The item explains the legal contours of the right to strike, including no pay during strikes and self-service in case of damage. This reflects sustained labor unrest, though the piece is explanatory rather than reporting a new event.