The political circus in Brussels continues to captivate attention as PS leader Ahmed Laaouej proudly announced on 2025-07-01 08:37:00 that Soulaimane El Mokadem, a former PTB parliament member, had joined the PS, boosting their seats to eighteen. However, just hours later, El Mokadem reversed his decision and declared he would resign, allowing the seat to return to PTB.
- PS-baas Laaouej haalt parlementslid binnen
- El Mokadem trekt zich terug, neemt ontslag
- Laaouej dreigt Vlaamse PS te lanceren
- Brusselse model onder druk door voorstel
- Voorstel omzeilt Brusselse taalgroepen-evenwicht
- PS vertoont machtsdenken, negeert gevoeligheden
While the capital’s residents have been waiting over a year for a new government, Laaouej seems focused on expanding his party’s power at any cost. This episode follows Laaouej’s recent threat to enter the Dutch-speaking group with a ‘Flemish PS’ in 2029, a move that could shake the delicate Brussels model built on linguistic balance.
What does this mean for Brussels’ political future? And how will these maneuvers affect the longstanding community agreements that maintain peace between language groups? Let’s explore the implications.
Is Laaouej’s strategy a clever power play or a threat to Brussels’ unity? His actions suggest a disregard for the historic compromises protecting Flemish rights, challenging the spirit of the Brussels law. Key points include:
- The controversial recruitment and quick resignation of El Mokadem undermines trust.
- The proposal for a ‘Flemish PS’ could disrupt the Brussels Parliament’s linguistic equilibrium.
- These moves echo past tensions when Francophone parties exploited Flemish rights.
- PS’s approach may alienate other parties and voters sensitive to community balance.
As Brussels awaits a new government, all eyes will be on how PS navigates these challenges. Will they prioritize power over unity, or can a renewed commitment to Brussels’ unique model emerge? The coming months will be crucial for the capital’s political future.
