Is Liege the economic capital of the Walloon region?

According to a recent study, Brussels is the only city in the Walloon region that can be rightfully classified as an ‘economic centre’.

There is Vervier, Belgium’s water capital; and Eupen, the capital of the German-speaking community. Namur is administrative and political capital of the Walloon region, while Charleroi is said to be the social capital. Mons holds the title of cultural capital, and Binch of Carnival capital.

Finally and at least until now, Liege is considered to be the economical capital of the Walloon regions. But a recent study carried out by economists of the UCL argues that Brussels is the only real economic centre and capital of the Walloon region.

Read full article: Expatica Belgium, 19 February 2007