Belgium

Belgium Quick Facts…

Official NameKingdom of Belgium
Common NameBelgium – /ˈbɛl.dʒəm/
NationalityBelgian(s) – noun, Belgian – adjective
IndependenceReceived in 1830 (from the Netherlands)
Administrative Divisions3 regions
Total Population11.9 million (#82) with 98.2% urbanized – 2024 estimate
Major Urban AreasBrussels (capital city), Antwerp
Major LanguagesDutch (official), French (official), German (official)
Electricity Access100% of total population
Internet Access91% of total population
CurrencyEuros (EUR)
Real GDP (PPP)$599.8 billion – 2022 estimate
Real GDP per Capita$51,700 (#28) – 2022 estimate
Total Area30,528 sq km (#140) with 0.8% water area
Geographic RegionEurope – Western Europe
Bordering CountriesFrance, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands
Bordering Water BodiesNorth Sea

National Anthem: “The Song of Brabant”