Belgium gains significant revenue through European Union’s new small parcel tax. Three euro levy aims to slow cheap Chinese goods entering European Union borders.
Within seven weeks, Belgium earns over two hundred million euros in revenue.
Belgian Finance Ministry announced impressive income figures this Thursday, surprising many observers. Liège Airport reports substantial reduction in small packages arriving from China recently.
Meanwhile, large parcel numbers increased, shifting import dynamics at the major airport. Revenue funds new customs officers and special monitoring equipment during upcoming federal period.