The Speaker of the Lower House of Parliament of the Netherlands, Martin Bosma, a member of the Freedom Party, caused international resonance when he offered a non -standard idea during dinner with French Ambassador - to divide Belgium between the Netherlands and France. About it reports the Belgian edition of RTL Info with reference to the Dutch journalist Peter de Koning.
The idea was made during a diplomatic meeting between Bosma and French Ambassador François Alabrun, when the speaker of the Netherlands Parliament suggested that the Flemish (Dutch) region of Belgium join the Netherlands, and French -speaking Wallonia became part of France. These words were stunned not only by the French diplomat, but also by other those present who did not expect such a radical proposal.
Bosma tried to smooth the situation, stating that he only "said that it could happen", but the proposal itself left many affected. This is not the first time that the idea of Flanders is mentioned in the Netherlands, as it was actively promoted by another politician from the far -right "Party of Freedom", Gert Wilders.
Diplomatic circles responded to this case with indignation, noting that such statements could seriously undermine relations between countries. Belgian politicians also condemned the idea of separating their country, emphasizing that such a proposal is contrary to international agreements and is aversion to Belgium.
So far, the Dutch government circles have not been officially response to these words, but such statements will undoubtedly be a topic for discussion at international sites.
