Belgium

Formation

October 4, 1830

Capital

Brussels

Population

11.59 million (2021)

Belgium

About

Small country in Northwestern Europe bordered by the Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg and France. It is a federal constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary system. In the 20th century, it had a number of colonies in Africa.

Trivia

It has three official languages: French, Dutch and German. The main export products of the country are chemicals, machinery and diamonds. It is famous for several foods including waffles, chocolate, moules frites and beer.  

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