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ABVV-FGTB

Algemeen Belgisch Vakverbond / Fédération Générale du Travail de Belgique

General Labour Federation of Belgium

Critical Impact Socialist / Left-wing
Strongest in Wallonia and industrial sectors. Historically linked to the socialist movement, the ABVV-FGTB is often the first to call for 'rotating province strikes.' It holds roughly 35% of national works council seats.
Membership
~1.5M
Sectors
4

Sectors

Rail (SNCB/NMBS)
Heavy Industry
Ports (Antwerp-Bruges)
Public Transport (STIB/TEC)

Political Orientation

Socialist / Left-wing

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Data Source: Aggregated from FPS Employment (FOD WASO), ENAC, and 2024 Social Election results.

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