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The Belgian technology federation Agoria reported on April 2, 2026, that the country's technology sector lost 1,500 jobs and €70 million in investment following the imposition of high tariffs on goods entering the United States, leading to a 7% decrease in technology product exports to the U.S. Previously, on March 31, Agoria and Sirris emphasized the critical role of power electronics in ensuring resilient, affordable, and cybersecure electricity systems as Belgium accelerates the electrification of industry, mobility, and buildings. This followed the commencement of the Flanders Industry Summit in Antwerp on March 23, amidst warnings of a significant energy crisis, where Flemish minister president Matthias Diependaele encouraged industry not to be paralyzed by geopolitical tensions. Earlier in March, on the 16th, Agoria, alongside three other Flemish industry federations, signed a declaration of commitment during the ninth Industry Forum to expedite the translation of scientific knowledge and research into industrial applications. On the same day, Agoria stated that collaboration between technology companies and supported employment enterprises in Flanders is poised for significant expansion, noting that approximately 15% of companies in the sector currently partner with such enterprises.
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