Belgium Quick Facts…
| Official Name | Kingdom of Belgium |
| Common Name | Belgium – /ˈbɛl.dʒəm/ |
| Nationality | Belgian(s) – noun, Belgian – adjective |
| Independence | Received in 1830 (from the Netherlands) |
| Administrative Divisions | 3 regions |
| Total Population | 11.9 million (#82) with 98.2% urbanized – 2024 estimate |
| Major Urban Areas | Brussels (capital city), Antwerp |
| Major Languages | Dutch (official), French (official), German (official) |
| Electricity Access | 100% of total population |
| Internet Access | 91% of total population |
| Currency | Euros (EUR) |
| Real GDP (PPP) | $599.8 billion – 2022 estimate |
| Real GDP per Capita | $51,700 (#28) – 2022 estimate |
| Total Area | 30,528 sq km (#140) with 0.8% water area |
| Geographic Region | Europe – Western Europe |
| Bordering Countries | France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands |
| Bordering Water Bodies | North Sea |
National Anthem: “The Song of Brabant”