King Albert Delivers National Day Speech

The King of the Belgians gave his annual speech on the eve of Belgium’s National Day celebrations. In his speech, King Albert II discussed the economic crisis gripping his country, and called for economic reforms.

The King said his thoughts foremost were with the Belgian people who had either lost their jobs or were suffering financially due to the crisis. He went on to say that it raises “questions over the increasing materialism” in society.

King Albert went on to call for Belgians to “put more importance on family values, solidarity and respect for others.”

He also asked that the financial sector must use its position to serve the human race.

In addition, King Albert brought up the ever present Belgian issue of state reforms. “Let’s agree state reforms,” he said with optimism. That meant giving the federal areas of Belgium more responsibility and financial means to carry out their citizens’ needs.

Tomorrow, Belgium would be in full celebration as it celebrates its independence from the Netherlands.