Belgium’s import and export values dropped again in the final quarter of 2025, according to data released on Monday by the National Bank.
Imports decreased by 6% compared to the same period in 2024, while exports fell by 4.2%, continuing a negative trend observed for several months.
Trade with non-European Union countries was hit the hardest. Imports from the United Kingdom declined by 19%, and those from China fell by 15%.
Vehicle imports faced difficulties, and imports of machinery and electrical devices from China dropped by 20%.
