Treaty of Schengen
In Belgium, Eyskens endorses the Bonn agreements extending Schengen to Spain and Portugal. Belgian officials favour gradual implementation backed by shared security measures.
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1991 in Belgium
Explore 12 historical events and records for Belgium in 1991.
Historical records for Belgium in 1991
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June
Treaty of Schengen
Martens represents Belgium as Spain and Portugal sign Schengen accession agreements. The Belgian approach combines mobility with common visa and policing rules.
Treaty of Maastricht
Leads Belgium's delegation as the Luxembourg European Council reviews progress toward political and monetary union.
Treaty of Maastricht
Advances Belgium's foreign-policy position as Luxembourg discussions focus on political union.
Treaty of Maastricht
Develops Belgium's monetary position as negotiations continue on the path toward economic and monetary union.
July
Assassination of Andre Cools
Socialist Party leader Andre Cools is murdered, Cools had worked for more regional autonomy for Wallonia, the French-speaking southern half of Belgium, and the Dutch-speaking Flanders
December
Belgian Support for European Union
Supports stronger European institutions and movement toward monetary union.
Maastricht European Council
Represents Belgium during negotiations on the Treaty on European Union.
Treaty of Maastricht
Represents Belgium as the Maastricht European Council opens the decisive treaty negotiations.
Treaty of Maastricht
Helps conclude Belgium's political and foreign-policy settlement as the Maastricht negotiations reach agreement.
Treaty of Maastricht
Supports the monetary-union framework accepted by Belgium when the Maastricht settlement is concluded.
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Broos Takes Brugge Belgian Cup as Coach
Hugo Broos guides Club Brugge to the 1990–91 Belgian Cup, adding managerial silverware to his earlier successes as a player.
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