Prime Minister of Belgium: Alexander De Croo (Since 2020)

Alexander De Croo: Belgium's Prime Minister Since October 2020

Alexander De Croo (Open Vld, Flemish liberal) has been **Prime Minister of Belgium** since **October 1, 2020**, leading a seven-party **“Vivaldi” coalition** (Liberals, Socialists, Greens, Christian Democrats — both Flemish and Francophone).

Key Facts

• Born: 1975, Vilvoorde (Flemish).
• Previous: Deputy PM, Minister of Finance (2018–20), Minister of Development Cooperation (2014–18).
• Languages: Dutch, French, English — essential in Belgium.
• EU Role: Council Presidency (H1 2024) — managed migration pact, Ukraine aid, competitiveness.

Belgium’s Complex Executive

• King Philippe: Head of state (ceremonial).
• PM (De Croo): Head of federal government.
• Regional PMs: Flanders, Wallonia, Brussels, German-speaking Community — own governments.

Check for Updates

Belgian politics is fluid (coalitions collapse, reform). For *today’s* PM, check premier.be or **Belga / Reuters / VRT / RTBF**. As of mid-2024, De Croo remains in office (caretaker after June 2024 elections; formation ongoing).