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G.-L. Bouchez & M. Prévot: Belgium's political future
Join us for an exclusive lunch with Georges-Louis Bouchez and Maxime Prévot as they outline their vision for the nation’s next chapter.
Georges-Louis Bouchez and Maxime Prévot, some of the leading forces behind Belgium’s center-right resurgence, are pivotal in shaping the country’s political landscape after their recent electoral success. In this exclusive lunch conference, they will share their perspectives on the priorities for Wallonia and Brussels, and provide insights into ongoing federal negotiations. This conversation will offer a unique opportunity to explore the dynamic relationship between these influential leaders and the policy changes they aim to implement.
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Georges-Louis Bouchez
As the leader of the Mouvement Réformateur (MR), Georges-Louis Bouchez has been a central figure in Belgian politics, known for his assertive communication style and his role in advancing center-right policies. Under his leadership, MR emerged as the dominant French-speaking party in the recent elections, positioning him as a key player in government formation.
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Maxime Prévot
Maxime Prévot, leader of Les Engagés, has revitalized his party with a centrist approach that resonates with voters seeking pragmatic and balanced policies. His successful rebranding of the party led to a significant electoral breakthrough in Wallonia, making him a crucial voice in shaping the region’s future.
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Salma Haouach
Salma Haouach is a management engineer, graduating from Solvay in 2001. With over 20 years of experience in consulting and strategy across France, Spain, Morocco, and Brussels, Salma has carved a distinguished path in both the corporate, politics and media sectors. Salma is currently the Deputy General Director of Wallonie-Bruxelles Enseignement. She is a contributing writer for Forbes Belgium and columnist for Bel RTL.
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Thibaut Roland
Thibaut Roland began his career in print journalism, contributing to publications such as La Libre and Paris Match. In 2014, he joined RTL, where he worked across both radio and television. He then spent seven years at RTBF, notably contributing to the show On n’est pas des pigeons—first as a columnist, and later as the host and editor, both on radio and television. Alongside his work at RTBF, Thibaut also presented C’est direct and special broadcasts on LN24, including coverage of the war in Ukraine. In the summer of 2024, Thibaut returned to RTL, taking on the role of Head of Media Strategy and Content, as well as a host.
