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Sarhan Basem

Sarhan Basem is Brussels Morning's Senior Correspondent to the European Parliament. With a Bachelor's degree in English Literature, Sarhan brings a unique blend of linguistic finesse and analytical prowess to his reporting. Specializing in foreign affairs, human rights, civil liberties, and security issues, he delves deep into the intricacies of global politics to provide insightful commentary and in-depth coverage. Beyond the world of journalism, Sarhan is an avid traveler, exploring new cultures and cuisines, and enjoys unwinding with a good book or indulging in outdoor adventures whenever possible.
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EU AI pact gains support from over 100 companies

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Around a hundred companies signed EU AI Pact vows to drive trustworthy…

Ancienne Belgique Launches 20% Discount for Students

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Ancienne Belgique offers a 20% discount on concert tickets for students with valid…

EU Commission urges member states to implement equality plans

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Commission urges Member States to implement equality strategies. The EU…

FlixBus launches historic route: Kyiv to Brussels, twice weekly

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): FlixBus has launched its first route connecting Ukraine and Brussels, enhancing travel for…

Hasselt’s Team Vermogen: Four Detectives Combat Financial Crimes

Hasselt (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): “Team Vermogen” has four detectives and one administrative worker, trained in financial crime.…

MEP Valentina Palmisano calls for light cannabis ban review

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - MEP Valentina Palmisano urges reconsideration of light cannabis bans. He highlighted economic…

Ghent’s 2020 crowdfunding platform: €100K raised for local projects

Ghent (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): In 2020, Ghent launched Belgium's first crowdfunding platform, gathering local projects for community…

Bruges Mayor Dirk De Fauw’s alcohol ban: €500 fines for 6 months

Bruges (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Mayor Dirk De fauw of Bruges has proposed a six-month alcohol ban near…

Sint-Truiden’s Aster Hospital joins €1.05M nature project

Sint-Truiden (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): The "Nature within walking distance" project, funded with €1.05 million by the King…

AkzoNobel plans 2,000 job cuts by 2025, impacting Mechelen workforce

Mechelen (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): AkzoNobel plans to cut 2,000 jobs (about 5.5% of its workforce) by the…

Brussel’AIR protests MR, PS, LeseEngagés’ 2027 LEZ delay plan

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Brussel'AIR is protesting against the MR, PS, and Les Engagés parties' plan to…

De Statie in Geel: €122,354 investment for youth housing by Julie Van Elst

Geel (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): De Waaiburg, led by director Julie Van Elst, aids vulnerable youth in Zuiderkempen.…

MEPs criticize Minister Urso’s stance on electric vehicles

Brussels (The Brussels Morning Newspaper) - MEPs Palmisano and Tamburrano criticized Minister Urso's stance on electric vehicles. They…

SVK’s asbestos crisis in Sint-Niklaas: €13.5M buyout by Aertssen

Sint-Niklaas (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): SVK, responsible for 15% of Flanders asbestos cement, faces cleanup orders from the…

Roeselare’s SASK & STAP: Alderman Muylle Plans New Academy for 5,500 Students

Roeselare (The Brussels Morning Newspaper): Roeselare's art schools, SASK and STAP, aim to enhance efficiency by merging administrative…

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