Theo Francken
Profile
Theo Francken is a Belgian politician serving as the Minister of Defence and Foreign Trade in the De Wever government since February 2025. A member of the conservative New Flemish Alliance (N-VA), he previously served as a member of the Chamber of Representatives and as State Secretary for Asylum and Migration from 2014 to 2018. Known for his strict stance on immigration and border security, Francken has been a prominent figure in Flemish politics, advocating for reforms to European migration policies and emphasizing national sovereignty.
Details
- Born
- 1978-02-07 · 48 years old
- Birth place
- Belgium
- Education
- Catholic University of Leuven
- Career
- Scientific collaborator for N-VA at the Flemish parliament, councillor and deputy head of cabinet in the Flemish government
