China Extends Visa-Free Entry for Belgian Travellers Until 31 December 2026
Wave of November Transport Strikes to Hit Belgium’s Air, Rail and Metro Networks
Belgian Airport Drone Shutdowns Prompt UK Aviation Chief’s Warning of ‘Inevitable’ Attacks
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Guide Published for Foreign Doctors Navigating Belgium’s Medical-Licence Maze
A Medscape Europe article published 11 November demystifies Belgium’s complex licensing process for foreign-trained doctors, detailing visa, degree-recognition and accreditation steps that can take up to nine months. The guidance helps corporate mobility and healthcare recruiters plan timelines, budget for language training and anticipate rising salary thresholds for medical assignments in Belgium.
Belgium Brings In Foreign Anti-Drone Teams After Airport Closures
Belgium has drafted in French, German and U.K. anti-drone units after rogue aircraft closed Brussels and Liège airports multiple times this week. A €50 million budget for national C-UAS hardware was also approved. The deployments aim to stabilise passenger and cargo operations but highlight new security risks for travel managers.
U.K. Deploys RAF Specialists to Belgium Amid ‘Hybrid Warfare’ Concerns
London has dispatched Royal Air Force counter-drone teams and electronic jammers to Belgium after repeated UAV incursions closed airports. The move should bolster airport resilience but signals a higher security posture that mobility planners must track closely.
Belgian Anti-Drone Unit Criticised for Inaction During Airspace Breaches
Investigations show Belgium’s own anti-drone unit was never activated during recent airport shutdowns, revealing command-and-control weaknesses that could prolong travel disruption until procedures are overhauled.
New Drone Incidents Halt Liège Flights and Violate Doel Nuclear No-Fly Zone
Flights at Liège Airport were paused and three drones violated the Doel nuclear plant’s no-fly zone on 9 November, extending Belgium’s week-long series of UAV incidents and raising stakes for travel and supply-chain planners.
Brussels Warns of Severe Transport Disruption During 24-26 November Strike
Brussels’ transport operator has confirmed that a three-day general strike later this month will heavily curtail metro, tram and bus services, with knock-on effects expected for airport access and business travel. Companies should arrange contingencies now.