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Belgium is a country located in Western Europe. It is bordered by France to the south, Germany and Luxembourg to the east, and the Netherlands to the north. To the west, it has a coastline on the North Sea. The country is known for its diverse landscapes, ranging from the sandy North Sea coast to the rolling hills of the Ardennes forest in the south. Belgium is divided into three federal regions: Flanders in the north, Wallonia in the south, and the Brussels-Capital Region, which is an enclave within Flanders.

The country has a population of over 11 million people and three official languages: Dutch, French, and German. The capital city, Brussels, is also the de facto capital of the European Union and hosts many of its institutions. Belgium has a rich history, having been a crossroads of European cultures for centuries. It was part of various empires and kingdoms before gaining its independence in 1830.

Economically, Belgium is a highly developed nation with a diversified economy. It is a founding member of the European Economic Community, which evolved into the European Union, and is also a member of NATO. Belgium is famous for its contributions to art, architecture, and cuisine, including its world-renowned chocolate, waffles, and beers. Its political system is a federal parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarchy.